Mon, Jun 23
|Zoom
The HERO Framework: A New Approach to Father Engagement
Dion Chavis, CEO & Founder of The Glad Dad LLC, will discuss the lived experiences of Black fatherhood and how the "HERO Framework" helps practitioners build trust, increase participation, and support Black fathers in their parenting journey.
Virtual Training Session
Jun 23, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM EDT
Zoom
About the event
Training Description:
This introductory training offers practical strategies for enhancing father engagement across prevention, reunification, and family support settings. Participants will explore common barriers to father involvement and learn evidence-informed approaches that foster connection, consistency, and accountability. The session highlights a structured, time-bound model that can be integrated into existing services without increasing staff workload or requiring additional resources.
Designed for child- and family-serving professionals, this training provides actionable insights and tools to promote meaningful father participation and strengthen outcomes for children and families.
Learning Objectives:
By the end of this training, participants will be able to:
Identify key factors that influence fathers’ sustained involvement in services
Describe strategies to enhance father engagement without overwhelming staff
Explore a structured, time-limited approach to building trust and accountability with fathers