MODULE 1
WHY FATHERS MATTER
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MODULE 1: WHY FATHERS MATTER
In Module 1, we begin with the Why. Through stories from father figures and father engagement practitioners with diverse lived experiences, we investigate why father figures are truly essential. In order to fully understand and grasp the ‘Why’, we explore the ‘What’ – who father figures are, what their emotional needs are, and their roles within family systems and systems of care.
A Note about Mentimeter
We believe in the wisdom of crowds, and participatory research. As such, throughout this curriculum, we have embedded questions where you will be able to submit your answers via Mentimeter, an online tool used for polling. Mentimeter allows us to garner answers from the different kinds of practitioners who engage with our curriculum. We encourage you to take the time to submit your answers to questions to our Mentimeter. By doing so, you contribute to a growing body of knowledge and you join a group of father engagement practitioners pooling their wisdom together. Your perspectives will help us to deepen our understanding, further our research, and enhance the training we offer.