Presented at the Federation for Families Conference, December 4-6, 2009
(Bradley D. Norman, LCSW, Director, Family Partnership Institute, EMQ FamiliesFirst
Presented at the Federation for Families Conference, December 4-6, 2009
(Bradley D. Norman, LCSW, Director, Family Partnership Institute, EMQ FamiliesFirst
Chapter 11 - The Joy and Responsibility of Parenting v2Mercedes Gonzalez
This lesson will:
• Show the value of living in 3-generational families.
• Use published, peer-reviewed, sociological studies to demonstrate some of the significant and positive results of the intact married family structure.
• Point out that the primary responsibilities of the leaders of government, religion and culture are to prepare young people for family-building, i.e. for marriage and parenting.
Marriage is More Lifegiving than Divorce on all DomainsJenniferStLucy
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Introductory presentation for the Father-Daughter Summit, addressing the need, giving a brief outline of the event, and sharing results of this one-day conference for teen-adult daughters and their fathers.
Chapter 11 - The Joy and Responsibility of Parenting v2Mercedes Gonzalez
This lesson will:
• Show the value of living in 3-generational families.
• Use published, peer-reviewed, sociological studies to demonstrate some of the significant and positive results of the intact married family structure.
• Point out that the primary responsibilities of the leaders of government, religion and culture are to prepare young people for family-building, i.e. for marriage and parenting.
Marriage is More Lifegiving than Divorce on all DomainsJenniferStLucy
This describes the ten traits culled by the Survey of Marital Generosity on what will make a marriage very happy and very strong (divorce and separation-proof). Promotion of marriage is vital because it prevents negative outcomes common in single-parent families (both parent and children)
Introductory presentation for the Father-Daughter Summit, addressing the need, giving a brief outline of the event, and sharing results of this one-day conference for teen-adult daughters and their fathers.
‘Should we strive to involve men in a meaningful way during pregnancy? Rethin...ParentingCultureStudies
In the UK, putative fathers are apparently strongly encouraged to be involved in antenatal care and delivery. This policy is partly driven by the belief that involving men as early as possible lays the foundation for better and more involved fatherhood once the child is born. For some women the opportunity to involve a partner is welcome: a partner can act as an advocate during times of ‘incapacity’ during labour (protecting the woman from unwanted technological intervention); he or she may help the woman to negotiate the services that she most wants by preventing her from feeling ‘outnumbered’ by healthcare professionals; and, a partner may provide company and support during long, possibly anxious waiting times or during labour in the absence of constant or even consistent birth attendants. At the same time, however, integrating partners into maternity care can create obvious ethical problems: however involved the partner is the pregnant woman must be the ultimate decision-maker as it is she who is the subject of any intervention.
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Child custody disputes are difficult, but it's essential to prioritize your child's best
interests and find ways to cope with the emotional strain. Whether you choose
mediation or litigation, being prepared and having a clear understanding of your
rights and responsibilities can help you navigate the process. Remember to prioritize
self-care and seek support when needed. With the right strategies and mindset, you
can handle child custody disputes in San Jose divorce cases.
If you need legal assistance with your child custody dispute in San Jose, visit
affordableandexpresslegal.com for affordable and experienced family law
representation.
SWF is an organization formed to help make fatherhood a focus of successful community reentry for every formerly incarcerated father who seeks a pathway to reunification with his children.
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Fatherhood’s Mission
Men have within them the creative seed to be carriers of vision, strength, and discipline. We seek to draw on this collective energy by coming together to impart insights, develop strategies and action steps for the purpose of creating championship fathers who are Involved, Responsible and Committed to our kid(s) and community. For all men know that being a father is not for the faint of heart and best not done alone.
1 Ivy Bucsa SOC-320 June 28, 2015 David Claerbaut.docxmercysuttle
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Ivy Bucsa
SOC-320
June 28, 2015
David Claerbaut
Policy and discourse on family responsibilities revolve around obligations and rights of parenting. The purpose of this paper is to present a discussion on responsibilities of spouses so that they attain a work-life balance. It is possible to transmit physical, mental, and moral qualities from parent to child. The burden of responsibility for the moral character of a wayward child rolls back from one generation to another. Parents have the responsibility of retaining the thread of sensuality bequeathed by earthly ancestors.[this sentence is not really clear] For many adults, marriage constitutes a central interpersonal relationship that engages a person. Shared and flexible performance of household tasks associated with mutual commitment and diffusion of responsibility. High attraction and stability in solidary marriages presumes to provide a basis of security for spouses. High marital satisfaction and satisfaction with their spouses helping behavior report low levels of stress and physical wellness. [Ivy, you are using a lot of large words and it actually makes this less clear. Make it simple and clear.]
Spouses in personal and interpersonal relationships confront with conflict situations. Conflict in marriage institution arises due to child rearing differences, religious differences, sex relations, household chores, social activities, and interests. The repercussion of spousal conflicts is that they may an effect n their children, relatives, or even the society. A conflict situation can weaken a spousal relationship leading to separation or divorce. By the law of recurrence, it is possible to transmit qualities from grandparents to the grandchildren (De Lange, 2013). Some of the aspects of conflicts include aggression, hatred, fighting, or bitterness. All can admit that lamentable amount of domestic discontent and positive unhappiness grows out of the fact that the spouses have different ideas concerning a perfect marriage.
In the past, policies that focused on children and families operated on the assumption that families were synonymous with mothers. In the modern day, fathers’ role is crucial in the contribution of child development. The government supports and encourages father involvement. Fathers are potentially relevant to the discussion of parenting cultures. Fatherhood irrespective of the degree of involvement cares for their children and other parental roles effectively. It is the duty of both fathers and mothers to provide smooth, steady, and evident love to all children without showing any partiality. Parents should provide useful love during high and low moments of the day. Fathers according to Magne[omit] Bakke (2006) are psychological role models for their children, provide an economic resource for the family and play an active role in the care of the children. A mother is in charge of all domestic work in her household whether she is working or a single mother. ...
MICHIGAN STATE COURT ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICE 7TH
ANNUAL CHILD WELFARE SERVICES ISSUES CONFERENCE
PARTNERING WITH FAMILIES FOR OPTIMAL OUTCOMES: ASSESSMENT AND CASE PLANNING
April 27-28, 2011
Kellogg Hotel and Conference Center
East Lansing, Michigan
Similar to Skills and Strategies for Working with Fathers 2014 (17)
The 2020 John R Lutzker Lecture featured Dr. V. Mark Durand, Distinguished University Professor of Psychology at the University of South Florida St. Petersburg.
His presentation topic was Supporting Families of Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder and Challenging Behavior.
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Learn more: http://publichealth.gsu.edu/lutzker
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Forensic Science, Medicine, and
Pathology
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By Katherine R. N. Scafide, Daniel J. Sheridan, Jacquelyn Campbell, Valerie B. DeLeon & Matthew J. Hayat
The 2019 John R. Lutzker Lecture featured Dr. Judith Carta, the associate director of the Juniper Gardens Children’s Project, professor of Special Education at the University of Kansas, and a Senior Scientist in the Institute for Life Span Studies. Her science focuses on developing strategies to minimize the effects of poverty on children’s language and social outcomes and developing practices that teachers and parents can use to promote children’s early learning particularly in vulnerable populations.
Dr. Kathleen M. Baggett, Associate Professor of Health Promotion & Behavior at the School of Public Health at Georgia State University, gave an invited plenary address at the Science of Caregiving: Bringing Voices Together Summit presented by the National Institute of Nursing Research and Partners. The talk took place in August 2017 at the Bethesda, MD campus of the National Institutes of Health and was on research innovation in the area of “Strengthening Caregiver Practices that Build Infant Social Emotional and Social Communication Development.”
Georgia State School of Public Health Ph.D. student Jamal Jones discussed his research into condom use among young, black men during the APHA 2016 annual meeting in Denver. This is his presentation.
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A presentation on child discipline tactics created by Dr. John Lutzker and other faculty researchers at the School of Public Health at Georgia State University.
Dr. Terry F. Pechacek, professor of health management and policy at the School of Public Health at Georgia State University, discusses strategies for tobacco control, including the impact of of e-cigarettes.
An overview of the Tobacco Center of Regulatory Science (TCORS) at Georgia State University. Georgia State, with its partners, the University of Illinois at Chicago and RTI International, will focus on a particularly important and often overlooked aspect of regulatory science, the understanding of human decision-making around the use of tobacco.
Georgia Basics: Evaluation Results from Five Years of Intervention for Risky Drinking and Substance Use in Urban Emergency Departments
Presented by:
Gabriel P. Kuperminc, Ph.D
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Acetabularia Information For Class 9 .docxvaibhavrinwa19
Acetabularia acetabulum is a single-celled green alga that in its vegetative state is morphologically differentiated into a basal rhizoid and an axially elongated stalk, which bears whorls of branching hairs. The single diploid nucleus resides in the rhizoid.
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This slides describes the basic concepts of ICT, basics of Email, Emerging Technology and Digital Initiatives in Education. This presentations aligns with the UGC Paper I syllabus.
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Synthetic fiber production is a fascinating and complex field that blends chemistry, engineering, and environmental science. By understanding these aspects, students can gain a comprehensive view of synthetic fiber production, its impact on society and the environment, and the potential for future innovations. Synthetic fibers play a crucial role in modern society, impacting various aspects of daily life, industry, and the environment. ynthetic fibers are integral to modern life, offering a range of benefits from cost-effectiveness and versatility to innovative applications and performance characteristics. While they pose environmental challenges, ongoing research and development aim to create more sustainable and eco-friendly alternatives. Understanding the importance of synthetic fibers helps in appreciating their role in the economy, industry, and daily life, while also emphasizing the need for sustainable practices and innovation.
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It is possible to hide or invisible some fields in odoo. Commonly using “invisible” attribute in the field definition to invisible the fields. This slide will show how to make a field invisible in odoo 17.
Read| The latest issue of The Challenger is here! We are thrilled to announce that our school paper has qualified for the NATIONAL SCHOOLS PRESS CONFERENCE (NSPC) 2024. Thank you for your unwavering support and trust. Dive into the stories that made us stand out!
June 3, 2024 Anti-Semitism Letter Sent to MIT President Kornbluth and MIT Cor...Levi Shapiro
Letter from the Congress of the United States regarding Anti-Semitism sent June 3rd to MIT President Sally Kornbluth, MIT Corp Chair, Mark Gorenberg
Dear Dr. Kornbluth and Mr. Gorenberg,
The US House of Representatives is deeply concerned by ongoing and pervasive acts of antisemitic
harassment and intimidation at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). Failing to act decisively to ensure a safe learning environment for all students would be a grave dereliction of your responsibilities as President of MIT and Chair of the MIT Corporation.
This Congress will not stand idly by and allow an environment hostile to Jewish students to persist. The House believes that your institution is in violation of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act, and the inability or
unwillingness to rectify this violation through action requires accountability.
Postsecondary education is a unique opportunity for students to learn and have their ideas and beliefs challenged. However, universities receiving hundreds of millions of federal funds annually have denied
students that opportunity and have been hijacked to become venues for the promotion of terrorism, antisemitic harassment and intimidation, unlawful encampments, and in some cases, assaults and riots.
The House of Representatives will not countenance the use of federal funds to indoctrinate students into hateful, antisemitic, anti-American supporters of terrorism. Investigations into campus antisemitism by the Committee on Education and the Workforce and the Committee on Ways and Means have been expanded into a Congress-wide probe across all relevant jurisdictions to address this national crisis. The undersigned Committees will conduct oversight into the use of federal funds at MIT and its learning environment under authorities granted to each Committee.
• The Committee on Education and the Workforce has been investigating your institution since December 7, 2023. The Committee has broad jurisdiction over postsecondary education, including its compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act, campus safety concerns over disruptions to the learning environment, and the awarding of federal student aid under the Higher Education Act.
• The Committee on Oversight and Accountability is investigating the sources of funding and other support flowing to groups espousing pro-Hamas propaganda and engaged in antisemitic harassment and intimidation of students. The Committee on Oversight and Accountability is the principal oversight committee of the US House of Representatives and has broad authority to investigate “any matter” at “any time” under House Rule X.
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Macroeconomics- Movie Location
This will be used as part of your Personal Professional Portfolio once graded.
Objective:
Prepare a presentation or a paper using research, basic comparative analysis, data organization and application of economic information. You will make an informed assessment of an economic climate outside of the United States to accomplish an entertainment industry objective.
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The Roman Empire, a vast and enduring power, stands as one of history's most remarkable civilizations, leaving an indelible imprint on the world. It emerged from the Roman Republic, transitioning into an imperial powerhouse under the leadership of Augustus Caesar in 27 BCE. This transformation marked the beginning of an era defined by unprecedented territorial expansion, architectural marvels, and profound cultural influence.
The empire's roots lie in the city of Rome, founded, according to legend, by Romulus in 753 BCE. Over centuries, Rome evolved from a small settlement to a formidable republic, characterized by a complex political system with elected officials and checks on power. However, internal strife, class conflicts, and military ambitions paved the way for the end of the Republic. Julius Caesar’s dictatorship and subsequent assassination in 44 BCE created a power vacuum, leading to a civil war. Octavian, later Augustus, emerged victorious, heralding the Roman Empire’s birth.
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The Roman Empire’s society was hierarchical, with a rigid class system. At the top were the patricians, wealthy elites who held significant political power. Below them were the plebeians, free citizens with limited political influence, and the vast numbers of slaves who formed the backbone of the economy. The family unit was central, governed by the paterfamilias, the male head who held absolute authority.
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Roman architecture and engineering achievements were monumental. They perfected the arch, vault, and dome, constructing enduring structures like the Colosseum, Pantheon, and aqueducts. These engineering marvels not only showcased Roman ingenuity but also served practical purposes, from public entertainment to water supply.
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Published classroom materials form the basis of syllabuses, drive teacher professional development, and have a potentially huge influence on learners, teachers and education systems. All teachers also create their own materials, whether a few sentences on a blackboard, a highly-structured fully-realised online course, or anything in between. Despite this, the knowledge and skills needed to create effective language learning materials are rarely part of teacher training, and are mostly learnt by trial and error.
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A Strategic Approach: GenAI in EducationPeter Windle
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Skills and Strategies for
Working with Fathers
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Today’s Learning Objectives
Explain the importance
of father involvement
and the impact of father
absence
Assess personal values
and how they influence
work with fathers
Explain how different
life situations of fathers
may impact their
involvement
Explain paternity
establishment and
legitimation processes
in Georgia
Identify strategies for
identifying and locating
non-residential fathers
Recognize different
barriers to father
involvement
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3 4
5 6
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Activity:
Media Fathers
What makes a
“good” father?
1. Think of a male from television,
movies, books, or news that you
would like to have as a father.
Write the name on an index
card. Under the name, write why
you would like to have this
person as your father.
2. Think of a male from television,
movies, books, or news that they
would not want as a father
Write this name on the back of
the card. Under the name, write
why you would not want this
person as their father.
3. Share your two names and
reasons you would or would not
want this male as a father.
6. 6
24 million (1 out of 3
children) live absent their
biological father
7. Importance of Father Involvement
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Healthy child development
Gender identity
Responsible sexuality
Emotional and social commitment
Financial security
8. 8
Negative Outcomes of Father
Absence
Poverty
Child maltreatment
Delinquency
Emotional and behavioral problems
Rates of incarceration
Teenage pregnancy
Drug and alcohol abuse
Low educational achievement
10. 10
Protector and Provider
The ability to provide and
protect is still connected
with the average man’s
sense of self and sense of
manhood.
Feelings of inadequacy in
this role can influence
father involvement.
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Nurturer and Teacher
May look different
in mothers and
fathers but father
nurturing is just as
important to a
child’s well-being
Fathers serve as an
important guide to
the outside world.
12. 12
Self-Awareness and Work
with Men
Our values in the context of
relationships with men
13. Fathers in Different Situations
Marriage
Most often associated with
positive outcomes for children
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Maltreatment may be an
indication of problems in
the marital relationship
14. Fathers in Different Situations cont
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Cohabitating parents
A lot like marriage, but not exactly the
same, especially when children are
involved.
May mean less
commitment and stability
15. Fathers in Different Situations cont
Incarcerated fathers
May never have learned to be a good father
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Most incarcerated men
are fathers, but most
have never been married
and weren’t living with their
children at the time of their
arrest.
16. Fathers in Different Situations cont
Multiple Fathers
Which man is “dad” in the eyes of the child?
Each one can
potentially help to keep
the child safe. The task
is to determine which
one will do it.
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17. Fathers in Different Situations cont
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Boyfriends
May not have same
emotional commitment as
a biological father
Poses a higher risk to children
18. Fathers in Different Situations cont
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Stepfathers
Research varies as to the risk
they pose to children.
Carefully assess the family
dynamics and the role the
stepfather plays in the family
system.
19. 19
Process for Working with Fathers
IDENTIFY
LOCATE
and
ENGAGE
INVOLVE
21. 21
Father Definitions
Biological Father: The man whose
sperm caused the baby to be
conceived.
Putative or alleged father: A man
who someone claims is the biological
father of the baby.
Presumed Father: A man who was
married to the baby’s mother at the
time of the baby’s birth, or shortly
thereafter.
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Father Definitions cont
Legal Father: The man who:
a) Has legally adopted the child;
b) Was married to the biological mother of that
child at the time the child was conceived or was
born, unless such paternity was disproved by a
final order
c) Married the legal mother of the child shortly
after the child was born and recognized the child
as his own
d) Has legitimated the child by a final order
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Paternity vs. Legitimation
Paternity: establishes that a man is the
biological father of a child, and
therefore has a duty to support the child
he has fathered.
Legitimation: establishes a biological
father’s legal rights concerning a child
who was “born out of wedlock.”
24. 24
Paternity Establishment
Both parents sign Voluntary Paternity
Acknowledgment form
Legal determination of paternity
Paternity testing available through OCSS if
father denies paternity
Names the biological father, obligates the
biological father to pay child support, but
does not entitle the biological father to
visitation with the child.
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Legitimation
To legitimate a child in Georgia, the
biological father has two options:
(1) Administrative legitimation through
completion of the Voluntary Paternity
Acknowledgment, including the
Legitimation Section.
(2) File a petition for legitimation with the
court.
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Process for Working with Fathers
IDENTIFY
LOCATE
and
ENGAGE
INVOLVE
28. 28
Barriers Vs.
Excuses
Generate a “Top Five
List” of the reasons
fathers give for being
absent, not being
involved, or not being
more involved in their
children’s lives.
Record your list on a
sheet of paper and
then decide if the
reason listed is a
Barrier or Excuse
Lack of involvement – are
there barriers or are we just
hearing excuses?
29. 29
Barriers to Father Involvement
Case manager and systemic bias
Overburdened case managers
30. 30
Barriers to Father Involvement
Personal circumstances of the father
Psychological pain
31. Barriers to Father Involvement
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cont
Case manager’s reluctance to involve a
male perpetrator
History of intimate partner violence
32. Barriers to Father Involvement cont
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Not knowing he’s a dad
Father has a new family to think about
Remarriage of either parent
33. Barriers to Father Involvement
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cont
Geographical distance
Lack of finances
34. Barriers to Father Involvement cont
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Lack of confidence in parenting skills
Lack of appropriate male role models
35. Barriers to Father Involvement
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cont
Frustration in dealing with legal system
and bureaucracies
36. ……for your attendance and participation!
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This session brought to you by…….
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Skills and Strategies
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Today’s Learning Objectives
Develop strategies for
addressing barriers to
father involvement
Develop strategies for
engaging mothers
around the issue of
father involvement
Decide how to identify,
locate and engage
fathers in different
situations
Identify opportunities for
involving fathers in the
assessment and case
planning processes
Identify formal and
informal support
services for fathers
Engage in purposeful
conversations with
fathers
1 2
3 4
5 6
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Values Voting
Listen as each
statement is read.
Decide which option
best represents your
position on the
statement:
Strongly Agree
Agree
Disagree
Strongly Disagree
Our values about mothers,
fathers, co-parenting, and
relationships
42. 42
Mothers Gatekeeping
The father’s relationship with the mother
(or maternal grandmother) may be the
greatest determinant of successful father
involvement.
43. 43
Strategies for Enlisting
Mothers’ Support
Be aware of your approach
and the way you
communicate with mothers
about father involvement
Alleviate fears
Demonstrate
respect
Be culturally
sensitive
Tailor the
approach to fit
the family’s
situation
44. 44
Strategies for Enlisting Mothers’
Support
Explain:
The importance of father
involvement
Father has a legal right to
see his children (legal
father)
Children have a right to
know their father
45. 45
Strategies for Enlisting Mothers’
Support cont
Listen:
To what the mother is saying
about the father.
To what the father is saying
about the mother
For values/beliefs impacting the
mother’s willingness to involve
the father
46. 46
Strategies for Enlisting Mothers’
Support cont
Address safety concerns
of mother and child
47. 47
Strategies for Enlisting Mothers’
Support cont
Encourage mother to look beyond personal
issues with the father
Lifetime benefits to the child
Extra support for her during rough times
48. 48
Addressing Barriers to Father
Involvement
Five categories for addressing the barriers to
father involvement.
Take actions that:
Prevent
Prepare
Establish
Involve
Support
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Addressing Barriers to Father
Involvement
Prevent
Prevent further child maltreatment and
emotional harm to children by
emphasizing to men their responsibility
as fathers.
50. 50
Addressing Barriers to Father
Involvement cont
Prepare
Prepare fathers by helping them attain
the knowledge, skills, and financial
resources to adequately care for their
children.
51. 51
Addressing Barriers to Father
Involvement cont
Establish
Help fathers firmly establish their
relationship with their children. This
includes the legal relationship and the
parenting relationship
52. 52
Addressing Barriers to Father
Involvement cont
Involve
Involve fathers in the child’s life. Most
critically, involve the father in the case
process.
53. 53
Addressing Barriers to Father
Involvement cont
Support
Provide fathers with ongoing support
that will help them sustain beyond the
life of the DFCS case
55. 55
Factors Associated with
Fathers and Maltreatment
Poverty, underemployment, or
unemployment
Substance abuse
Childhood history of abuse
Low sense of self-worth
56. 56
Child Support Typology
Able & Willing To
Pay
Willing But Unable
To Pay
Able But Unwilling
To Pay
Unwilling And
Unable To Pay
57. 57
Fathers and Decision Making
Meetings
Fathers should be
engaged in the same
manner as mothers in
the planning and
decision making
process related to their
children. This includes
non-custodial, alleged
or putative fathers.
58. Fathers and the Confidentiality
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Issue
Do not allow
concerns about
confidentiality to
become and excuse
for not engaging
fathers!
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Father Friendly Services
Value fathers and the role they play
Address fathers’ needs
Are supportive; not punitive
Are respectful of gender differences in parenting
Where possible, provide positive male role
models
Provide services at times and locations that are
accessible to fathers
Provide an environment that is inviting to fathers
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Case Managers as a Resource
For Fathers
Purposeful visits with fathers:
Review of safety, permanency, and well-being
issues and case plan goals/activities
Provide relevant resources
Follow up – ask if he has accessed the
resources, what he thought about them,
additional ideas/resources he came up with,
changes made
Share “messages fathers need to hear”
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Empathy
Father’s perception: CPS is a threat to
me and my family. I am a failure
because I did not protect my children.
Case Manager’s response: Demonstrate
empathy (the ability to perceive and
communicate with sensitivity the
feelings and experiences of another
person)
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Respect
Father’s perception: I am being
disrespected by the case manager, “the
system.”
Case manager’s response: Don’t provide
a reason (by your actions, words,
nonverbal communication, “attitude”)
for father to accurately conclude that he
is being disrespected.
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Genuineness
Father’s perception: I don’t trust DFCS,
I don’t trust this case manager. This is
going to turn out badly for me.
Case manager’s response: Be honest and
authentic. Be consistent with what you
say and do. Don’t give fathers a reason
to accurately conclude that you are
setting him up or “running a game” on
him.
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Communication with Male
Clients
Acknowledge that it can be difficult for a
man to ask for and accept help
Demonstrate expertise ---show that you
know something about men and have a
toolbox for working with them
Send signals that you actually like men
Don’t assume he’s good at talking about his
problems or that he knows what to expect
from conversations with you
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Communication with Male
Clients
Understand that he may not know
specifically what to do in a certain
situation with his child or his child’s
mother
Don’t assume he’s a stereotypical guy
Don’t expect him to use feeling words
Acknowledge that he is a father
68. ……for your attendance and participation!
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Thank you……
This session brought to you by…….
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“This project was supported in part by the Governor’s Office for
Children and Families through the U.S. Department of Health and
Human Services, Administration for Children and Families,
Community Based Child Abuse Prevention and Treatment Act
(CFDA 93.590). Points of view or opinions stated in this
document are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily
represent the official position or policies of the Governor’s Office
for Children and Families or the U.S. Department of Health and
Human Services, Administration for Children and Families,
Community Based Child Abuse Prevention and Treatment Act
(CFDA 93.590)."