The Dads Included campaign, led by the Fatherhood Institute, aims to transform children’s, family and health services, including maternity services, pre-schools/nurseries and schools, into services which systematically engage with and support both fathers and mothers.

It is strongly supportive of the clear commitment by the new coalition Government to encourage strong and stable father-child and parental relationships. There is convincing research evidence that services which systematically engage with fathers and couples, and support both parents’ relationships with their children, are essential to the achievement of these goals.   

In support of the campaign, the Fatherhood Institute promotes public understanding and debate about fatherhood and how we can all support fathers’ positive involvement in their children’s lives; and is working to develop more father-inclusive approaches in the workplace – for example, flexible working, and leave arrangements for men and women which take account of fathers’ roles in bringing up children.

This new Dads Included community site is designed to let professionals share their expertise in father-inclusive practice. There are two main areas:

Community

Create a private space for your organisation, service or network: share resources, discuss best practice and take the Dads Included Test. Find out who's joined and who's online right now!

Forums

Have you found a brilliant way of engaging with dads or supporting father-child relationships? Got questions to ask or burning issues to discuss? Talk with fellow professionals in our forums.  

Get started now – and find out how, by promoting strong, positive father-child relationships, you can have a huge impact on children’s welfare and development.