Links to other organisations that support father inclusive practice; many of whom offer free-to-access resources. The list is not exhaustive, and organisations and services will be subject to change.
Links to other organisations that support father inclusive practice; many of whom offer free-to-access resources. The list is not exhaustive, and organisations and services will be subject to change.
Resources local to Norfolk
Menscraft
MensCraft is a Norfolk-based charity focusing exclusively on the health and wellbeing of men. Services offered include the Caring Dads programme, a support service for fathers called Dads Onside, and workshops for expectant fathers.
VisitDads’ Matter NCC
Dads Matter is a 12-week course supporting fathers across Norfolk. Whether a father is living with his children or apart from them, his role is of huge importance and this service is open all/any male carers, not just biological fathers.
VisitNorfolk Safeguarding Children Partnership
Guidance on father inclusive practice. Norfolk Safeguarding Children Partnership is led by the 3 statutory partners (Norfolk County Council, Health, and the Police) who work together with other local agencies including the voluntary sector to make sure that children are protected from harm and that their welfare is promoted.
VisitJust One Norfolk – Support for Dads
As part of the Just One Norfolk information and support portal for parents, there is a specific page for fathers/fathers-to-be with links to information, contact numbers and so on.
VisitParenting Apart
Parenting Apart are a well-established, experienced team specialising in supporting families in resolving various levels of conflict impacting negatively on their relationships and limiting children's access to their parents/ grandparents/ siblings.
VisitFurther afield
Fatherhood Institute
The Fatherhood Institute focuses on research, policy, and practice. They publish research reviews, take part in new studies and test promising family interventions; advocate for policy change; produce practice resources; and train practitioners in perinatal, early years, education, and social care services.
VisitDigidad
Digidad is an e-learning platform containing a range of father-friendly content, all created with and/or by young fathers from the organisation Northeast Young Dads and Lads (NEYDL). NEYDL is a charity based in Gateshead offering a range of support to young fathers and to professionals.
VisitFollowing Young Fathers Further
Following Young Fathers Further is a research study based at the University of Lincoln. It involves close partnership working with young fathers and professionals to understand the support needs of young fathers (aged 25 and under) and promote a more father-inclusive approach to support in the UK.
VisitResearch in Practice – free-to-access resources on working with parents in repeat care proceedings
This is a set of resources and information collated by the organisation Research in Practice (now part of the National Children’s Bureau). It includes a section on working with fathers. Research in Practice work with and for professionals in the social care, health, criminal justice and higher education sectors offering resources, learning opportunities and specialist expertise.
VisitFamilies Need Fathers
Families Need Fathers is a UK charity, offering valuable information and assistance to parents, regardless of marital status or gender, in addressing the challenges associated with preserving a child’s connection with both parents amid and after family breakdowns.
VisitFuture Men
Future Men is a London-based specialist charity that supports boys and men along the path to becoming dynamic future men, whilst addressing the stereotypes around masculinity and engaging in the wider conversation of what it means to be a man.
VisitGingerbread resources for fathers parenting alone
The charity Gingerbread has a dedicated area for lone fathers with a range of resources and sources of information and support. Gingerbread is a leading charity for single parent families, providing advice and practical support for single mums and dads in England and Wales.
VisitDad Matters
Dad Matters is a perinatal and parent/infant peer support service for dads and male carers. Developed by Home-Start HOST and delivered by Home-Start schemes across the UK. They work with dads and their families to support with attachment and bonding, mental health and access to services.
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