Join Us for the 26th International Families and Fathers Conference – Building Bridges | April 8-11, 2025

At the Fathers and Families Coalition of America, we invite you to our 26th International Families and Fathers Conference – Building Bridges – a premier event for professionals dedicated to family and fatherhood support. Set to take place April 8-11, 2025, this four-day conference offers an expanded lineup of over sixty workshops, advanced training academies, networking opportunities, and special evening events, all designed to inspire, connect, and transform communities worldwide.

YOU ARE INVITED TO JOIN

At FFCA, we provide Specialty Practitioner, Leadership, and Certificate programs that deliver exceptional training and continuous education for professionals at all levels, fostering both personal and professional growth. In 2024, we've partnered with esteemed institutions like Spelman College and the Nurturing Fathers Program to deliver a customized experience through offerings such as the Advanced Practitioner Credential, Certificate in Trauma & Resilience: Level One, DiSC Training Program, and more. Additionally, we're bringing back our successful regional institutes through FFCA Affiliates, with registration rates kept modest and a guaranteed discount of at least 25% for members.

Connecting Beyond the Conference

In addition to our annual conference, FFCA offers ongoing opportunities for connection and growth. Our Living the Dream No Borders Monthly Book Club, meeting on the second Saturday of each month, focuses on fellowship, fun, individual growth for all (men, women, all ages), and the essence of the power of connecting with amazing and positive people globally. We also have Men2Men and Women2Women Café Connect Groups, which are important opportunities for the first evening of our international conference and connecting year-round. These gatherings complement our professional development programs and provide spaces for deeper discussions, shared experiences, and ongoing personal development.

WHICH WOULD YOU RATHER BE: THE ARROW OR THE TARGET?

Join FFCA's global movement and expand your impact as the target. By becoming a member or affiliate, you can receive amazing benefits beyond training discounts. Still, it allows you to draw forth (paying it forward) with like-minded individuals and organizations. Following the success of our 25th International Families and Fathers Conference, we invite you to submit a workshop proposal for our upcoming 26th conference. Visit our Call for Workshop page to secure priority placement and become part of a dynamic, impactful event.

Our planning team is committed to curating a diverse and inclusive range of presenters. We welcome exhibitors, attendees (including parents and professionals working with children and families), speakers, and leaders to this enriching experience. Together, we're building a global network dedicated to positive change, fostering a sense of community and shared purpose.

Networking and Skill Development: What Others Are Saying

"We started working with FFCA as part of our Fatherhood Initiative in Alaska. Networking and bringing people together to share their knowledge, highs, lows, and successes is invaluable. FFCA provides opportunities to build your skill sets, which you can bring back to your communities." – Melanee Stevens

"Self-reflection was a big part of this experience. The most valuable aspect of FFCA's work for me was the emphasis on self-reflection. The old adage about securing your oxygen mask before helping others is as valid today as it ever was." – Boots Whitlock

These testimonials highlight FFCA's impact on professional growth, personal development and the importance of building connections across diverse communities. We look forward to welcoming you to our international conference in April 2025. Join us as we work together to inspire, connect, and transform communities worldwide.

The 24th Annual Families and Fathers International Conference was an incredible display of dedication, diversity, and inclusion. Attendees from different nations and states came together to share their expertise, learn from one another, and build bridges towards a brighter future. The event was made possible by the hard work and support of many individuals, including volunteers, speakers, and sponsors who share a common vision of promoting the well-being of families and children worldwide. 

The conference featured over twenty track sessions and daily events that inspired attendees to dream big and believe in the possibilities of achieving those dreams. It showcased the incredible diversity of professionals who are passionately committed to supporting families, including child welfare experts, marriage and family therapists, social workers, educators, counselors, and fatherhood practitioners, among others.

In 2024, the Fathers and Families Coalition of America is leading the way towards a more inclusive and equitable world, where every family has access to the resources and support they need to thrive. Through their tireless efforts, they are helping to turn dreams into realities, and creating a brighter future for families and children everywhere.

Why Choose Fathers and Families Coalition of America?

At the Fathers and Families Coalition of America, our mission is grounded in the belief that we are all on a journey to find a cause greater than ourselves. One of our core pillars is collaboration, as we recognize that true success is achieved through shared efforts and partnerships. We are committed to creating opportunities that strengthen protective factors for families and children, focusing on the vital role of fathers.

Our programs provide professional development for those working with parents and caregivers, equipping them with the skills, knowledge, and evidence-based interventions they need to make a real impact. We aim to ensure that these dedicated professionals have the resources to support their passion and purpose in working with children and families.

As a leader in advocacy for children's development, restorative and social justice, early childhood education, and criminal justice reform, we champion initiatives that empower families and help them thrive—especially through the inclusion of fathers.

Ask yourself:

• What prevents you from reaching deeper as a source of inspiration
• What is your purpose, and how are you expanding your passion?
• Are you investing in your vocation and unique calling?

Join us, and together, let's create lasting, positive, and loving legacies for families, communities, and future generations.

25 + Years of Continuous Leadership

For over two decades, we are still striving for excellence, embracing celebration, being a place of good company, providing training for your vocation, expanding your purpose, and fostering the passion of others to be the difference. 

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Time never equals quality. The passion and purpose-driven values have attracted good people, and all are centered on improving outcomes for children. FFCA does not foster a place of stagnation. We do promote the concept of with. Together and with each other, we can succeed and help others in their journey of passion, improve what they are good at a source of inspiration for what they love, and interconnection for what the world needs.