Focus on Fathers Workshop

Currently, the needs of young fathers tend to be largely forgotten about by family support services.  At the same time, research is telling us that being involved in the lives of their children brings enormous benefits to both the children and the fathers themselves.  Young fathers, in particular, face numerous obstacles to participating in the lives of their children.  The Teen Parents Support Programme (TPSP) is offering a free, one-day, workshop for professionals who have contact with young fathers.  This event will take place on Thursday 16th May 2019, from 9.30am to 4.30pm, in Dublin, and aims to: raise awareness of the value of fatherhood; explore the obstacles to becoming involved which some young fathers face; reflect on participants' own attitudes and values and how these may shape their approach to working with young fathers; introduce participants to the use of the 'Young Dads Resource Pack' and other relevant materials.  To find out more / book a place, see: https://www.activelink.ie/content/community-exchange/training/43074