What Is Fathers in Action?

Fathers in Action uses the National Fatherhood Initiative’s 24:7 Dad curriculum which is based on some of the following key principles:

  • The ability to parent children successfully or unsuccessfully is largely a learned set of behaviors.

  • Fathers and mothers parent differently.

  • There are universal aspects of fathering and parenting that exist in all cultures.

  • Any father, given the chance, can learn to be a great dad and parent.

FIA supports fathers by equipping them with the skills they need to increase in the habits of good fathering/father involvement; increase in pro-fathering knowledge, skills and attitudes, and increase healthy interaction with the mother of their children.

PROGRAM BENEFITS:

  • Engaging, evidenced-based curriculum that is adapted to meet each father’s need

  • One-on-one mentoring with GOL’s fatherhood coach

  • Connection and support from other fathers during bi-monthly Group Connections for Dads

  • Referral to community resources

  • Live in Montgomery County, Alabama

  • FIA is offered at no cost

PROGRAM ELIGIBILITY:

Gift of Life’s Fathers in Action initiative is offered to men who are connected to any mother or caregiver of a child enrolled in Gift of Life’s programs.

To enroll in Fathers in Action, complete the Referral Form, or call (334) 451-0011 or email Jessie Yates at jyates@golfound.org.

 

Referral Information

Any man who is connected to a mother or caregiver enrolled in Gift of Life's programs.

For more information about FIA or to enroll, complete the Referral Form, or call (334) 451-0011 or email jyates@golfound.org for more information.

FIA Fatherhood Coach Jessie Yates (third from left, front row) hosts “Barbershop Talk”, a group session for men at Veteran Cuts barbershop. The groups sessions give men an opportunity to talk about their challenges or offer advice to other fathers o…

FIA Fatherhood Coach Jessie Yates (third from left, front row) hosts “Barbershop Talk”, a group session for men at Veteran Cuts barbershop. The groups sessions give men an opportunity to talk about their challenges or offer advice to other fathers on a range of issues including fatherhood, health, and relationships.