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The Fathers and Families Coalition of America in Los Angeles is honored to share our final conference program and open registration. The 25th International Families and Fathers Conference is scheduled from April 22 to 25 and features various workshops and events. The final program is amazing, and you can use it for the events page and e-newsletters. The conference will commence with a pre-conference on April 22nd, offering specialized training are five dynamic programs for all levels of attendees.
Advanced Practitioner Credential Course, instructed by Dr. James C. Rodríguez, MSW Fathers and Families Coalition of America Los Angeles, California
Preparing An Immigration Psychological Evaluation instructed by Cio Hernández, PhD, MFT, LPCC The Hernandez Family Therapy, Inc. Berkely, California
Nurturing Fathers Curriculum Facilitator Training instructed by Mark Perlman, MA and Corey Perlman Nurturing Fathers Program Sarasota, Florida
Striving For Excellence - Finding Strength In Imperfection is the basis for this blog highlighting overcoming adversity. The podcast interview, December 22, 2023 Stephana Johnson's podcast "Lead Stronger Longer" interview with me on December 22, 2023, provides a glimpse into my life and poses an important question for attendees of our 25th International Families and Fathers Conference in April. What Are You Called?! No, not your name, but we all have been chosen to give what the world needs; my question is, "What Are You Called To Do?" A follow-up question, "Have you avoided your call?"
Key Highlights: Military Service & Leadership Fatherhood Program Innovations Grant Funding Success & Collaboration Global Impact on Professional Development Creating Curricula for Empowering Communities
Dr. Rosina McAlpine is one of the outstanding presenters at the 25th International Families and Fathers Conference. Rosina is one of the leaders of our international affiliates of the Fathers and Families Coalition of America. Dr. McAlpine is a parenting expert, author, multi-award-winning university educator, and researcher for over 30 years. Combining the heart and science of parenting, her research-based parenting programs are delivered nationally and internationally in government and large and small organizations to support working parents in better-managing work and family life.
Dr. Rosina McAlpine, B Com, M Com Hons, MHed, PhD, FCPA Chief Executive Officer Win Win Parenting Sydney, Australia
April 22-25, 2024 25th International Families and Fathers Conference Hilton Los Airport Hotel 5711 West Century Boulevard Los Angeles, California 90045
Dr. Barker Browne is one of the outstanding presenters at the 25th International Families and Fathers Conference. Dr. Narviar Barker Browne, MSW, Ph.D., LCCP is a Licensed Social Worker and the author of two books, Child Abuse and Neglect: An Interdisciplinary Method of Treatment. She has written in excess of 40 refereed articles dealing with children, families and minority health. Her professional career consists of educator, administrator, researcher, grant writer, program evaluator, and curriculum design. In her clinical capacity of over forty-five years, she specializes in working with children and families, couples, fathers, and trauma.
Dr. Narviar Barker Browne, MSW, PhD, LCCP, LSW Lecturer, Author, Researcher, Clinician, Child Abuse and Neglect Expert, Spelman College Atlanta, Georgia
April 22-25, 2024 25th International Families and Fathers Conference Hilton Los Airport Hotel 5711 West Century Boulevard Los Angeles, California 90045
Corey Perlman and his dad, Mark Perlman, are two of the outstanding presenters at the 25th International Families and Fathers Conference. The Nurturing Fathers Program is listed as a top selling on Amazon and one of the global fatherhood curricula. Mark has been consistently trained practitioners and parents at the annual conference since 2001 and we are excited the Nurturing Fathers Program will return in April.
Transformative Fatherhood Unveiling the Benefits of The Nurturing Father's Program Corey Perlman January 8, 2024
April 22-25, 2024 25th International Families and Fathers Conference Hilton Los Airport Hotel 5711 West Century Boulevard Los Angeles, California 90045
Becoming a father is a journey that comes with its unique set of challenges and rewards. In the pursuit of creating stronger bonds and nurturing positive family dynamics, Mark Perlman's Nurturing Father's Program emerges as a transformative experience for fathers seeking to enhance their parenting skills and strengthen their connection with their children.
Essence Vance is one of the outstanding presenters at the 25th International Families and Fathers Conference. The author emphasizes the importance of effective communication, self-awareness, prevention, and implementation of changes in the household to provide a healthy, safe, and nurturing environment for children and the impact of parenting on a child's cognitive, emotional, and mental development.
Adverse Childhood Experiences: How to Make Them Work for Good Information for Parents and Caregivers to reframe their thinking about the socialization of their children. Essence Vance January 2, 2024
April 22-25, 2024 25th International Families and Fathers Conference Hilton Los Airport Hotel 5711 West Century Boulevard Los Angeles, California 90045
How many times have our parents told us what to do sternly or spanked us when we were children, not knowing how the impact of their words or actions made us feel? Our young children go through a lot in their environment outside the home and seek solace from their parents. There is nothing wrong with disciplining our children, but when discipline becomes the household theme, the house is no longer a home; it is a cold, emotionless facility that provides food and shelter without love. I am saying that the style of discipline we use as parents can ultimately affect our child’s development positively or negatively.
25th International Families And Fathers Conference
April 22-25, 2024 25th International Families and Fathers Conference Hilton Los Airport Hotel 5711 West Century Boulevard Los Angeles, California 90045
The first step to becoming a Girl Dad is about as simple as it gets: brand yourself as a Girl Dad. When it comes to setting goals and changing habits in your life, one of the best pieces of advice is to start referring to yourself as whatever you aim to be. If you want to start getting up earlier and making the most of your mornings, start referring to yourself as a morning person. If you decide you want to write a book as a side project, call yourself an author. Label yourself as a photographer if you have a passion for taking photos and want to make a career out of it.
When you brand yourself with a certain title or as a type of person, you effectively become that brand. You will be surprised at how quickly you start making decisions that fit into the wheelhouse of the brand you are working to identify as. The activity follows identity. Once you begin to see yourself as a Girl Dad, you'll find it easier to do Girl Dad things. They start to become automatic, like prioritizing time with your daughter.
As a Girl Dad, you have the power to lay the foundation for an incredible relationship with your daughter. By understanding what she truly wants - to feel worthy, special, and loved - you can take intentional actions to make her feel this way. It all starts with knowing your daughter well and finding ways to make her feel valued and appreciated. Take a moment to put yourself in her shoes and see the world from her perspective. Help her realize how unique and capable she is, and make sure she knows just how much you love her. With your guidance and support, the sky is truly the limit for what your daughter can achieve.
If you are ready to dive into some examples of how you can help her feel worthy, loved, and special or discuss all the little things that have a positive, lasting impact, please join me at my workshop at the 25th International Families and Fathers Conference. As a father of a daughter, creating an everlasting bond with your little girl is one of the most rewarding experiences you can have. It's a journey that requires patience, love, and dedication, but the result is a beautiful and unbreakable connection that will last a lifetime.
April 22-25, 2024 25th International Families and Fathers Conference Hilton Los Airport Hotel 5711 West Century Boulevard Los Angeles, California 90045
25th International Families And Fathers Conference
April 22-25, 2024 25th International Families and Fathers Conference Hilton Los Airport Hotel 5711 West Century Boulevard Los Angeles, California 90045
25th International Families And Fathers Conference
April 22-25, 2024 25th International Families and Fathers Conference Hilton Los Airport Hotel 5711 West Century Boulevard Los Angeles, California 90045
Special Credential - Certificate - Curriculum Academies Information Here
Being Held To Higher Standards Health, Psychology, Social Work, Early Childhood, Head Start, Educators, Family Studies, Professional Development, Credentialing
Dr. James C. Rodriguez, MSW President and Chief Executive Officer
Dr. Narviar Barker Browne, Ph.D., MSW, LCCP, LSW, Lecturer at Spelman College, Atlanta, Georgia Director of Standards and Program Outcomes Fathers and Families Coalition of America
Health, Psychology, Social Work, Early Childhood, Head Start, Educators, and Family Studies A Series About Those Living In Their Ikigai Dr. James C. Rodriguez, MSW 27 November 2023
WHEN YOU THINK YOU LOST EVERYTHING
When you feel like you're losing the strength to keep fighting, someone can always help you turn things around.
In April, Stanley Tucker, a retired conductor for Amtrak, asked me a question that left me feeling inspired. He asked if I knew the meaning of the word "jubilee" and spoke of the special jubilee of Fathers and Families Coalition of America. His words reminded me of the importance of this small yet global nonprofit, and the warm smile I imagined on his face from across the country filled me with hope. Stanley, Bruce Boyden, Phillipa Johnson, Judy Walker, Victor Berrelz, Carol Consentino, Ruth Eaton, and hundreds more have been loyal yearly volunteers for over two decades, and their dedication is truly inspiring.
Health and Wellness A New Story, Never Forgetting Who You Are Dr. James C. Rodriguez, MSW 24 August 2023
INCLUDING MEN IN MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES
Finding Strength In Imperfection
In 2023, I was asked as a featured speaker, keynote, and presenter about mental health's impacts on men at several national events. I want to share one of the training sessions (below) with the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) in partnership with the National Federation of Families to examine how we can include men in wellness programs. I believe everyone has moments in life where we are broken, and we discover how to explore new pathways to repair the cracks of brokenness through healing, resilience, and robustness. The recovery can be swift, or it can take years. Others never move beyond the chards of being broken and, thus, never heal. I use a few poems in the courses I am honored to teach. "My storehouse has burnt down; there is nothing to obstruct the moon."- Mizuta Masahide. By accepting the past, this poem glances at lessons I continuously learn. My journey in life has allowed me to get through many trials of life. I would never heal if I stayed in the essence of past injuries. Even More Beautiful - Even More Precious - Even More Resilient - Even More Present is a metaphor of Kintsugi that a funny experience reminded me of the mentoring of an 89-year-old veteran a few weeks ago. I listened like a young boy listening to his grandfather because of the wisdom he poured into me. One of the most significant barriers for men to access health care, we believe our natural strengths are that we can take care of anything, even if broken into thousands of pieces.
Too many amazing dads for generations never seek support, leaving a legacy of struggle.
March 2019, in Los Angeles, California will bring together a remarkable assemblage of speakers and presenters with the vision to influence and affirm the power within others, leaving a legacy of giving. The 20th Annual Families and Fathers Conference is a four-day experience. The ability of the speakers to give some over half a century in service with and for others to have a better life is a testament of leadership. Following the passion for being part of the process of others' succeeding is one of the contagious elements of empowering leaders. Fathers and Families Coalition of America has the infusion of some special Featured Talk Speakers from Puerto Rico, Australia, the United States that are fortified with workshop speakers from Ireland, England, Scotland and others throughout the United States addressing how we collectively and globally can make a positive difference in the lives within our communities, nation and internationally. The honest and straightforward messages from the morning general sessions Talk Speakers will touch the hearts of attendees, simultaneously challenging us all to do better for children next-door or across the globe. In less then nine-years, FFCA has had well over fifty affiliate agencies. Remarkable, the international response to address the needs of children, which has led to affiliates from Africa, China, Australia, United Kingdom, Europe, Caribbean, and the United States to examine, "what can we do to work side-by-side with parents to policy-makers for the betterment of families and children?"
Fathers and Families Coalition of America is honored to bring a message of affirmation, resiliency, wholeness, and the power of vision to transform the lessons provided into a legacy of empowerment. Of course, our national and internationally attended conference has dynamic professional development workshop presentations. The entire program forthcoming is inspirational, and one does not miss out on getting their overflow of information and especially something creative to apply for themselves, working with others and giving to others. Ikigai (生き甲斐,) is a Japanese term for "a reason for being" and we believe that at the 20th Annual Families and Fathers Conference, attendees will have their purpose renewed, refreshed, and for some clarity with vision to be that particular part of legacy, if it is with your family, friends, co-workers, communities it all starts with you.
We invite you to invest in you and join us March 4-7, 2019 and stay connected year-round with the speakers, new network, and a community of leaders inspired to give for others to succeed, just as the following featured speakers have made their life's work as global leaders for their communities. The reason for which you and these leaders, speakers, and many stakeholders wake up in the morning to find our ikigai goes back vision to make a difference in the lives of others for positive and healthy outcomes.
Register Now for A Reduced New Year's Rate Through January 31st! 20th Annual Families and Fathers National Conference, March 4-7, 2019, at the Hilton LAX Hotel Los Angeles, California. Invest In Yourself Today! fathersandfamiliescoalition.org/conferences/national-conference/20th-annual-families-and-fathers-conference-registration.html New year, new you! Invest in yourself this year with the FFCA Conference, a conference for family-building and father outreach that will empower you to help others more effectively. Fathers and Families Coalition of America is nearing the 20th Annual Families and Fathers Conference, March 4-7, 2019 in Los Angeles, California with a comprehensive program that hosts presenters from the United Kingdom, Scotland, Ireland, Australia, Nigeria, Puerto Rico, Bolivia and throughout the United States. Conference Overview
January always brings an opportunity for new beginnings.
TAKE A LOOK AT SPECIAL SPEAKERS
20th Annual Families & Fathers Conference - March 4-7, 2019
Early Conference Rates Extended to January 31st!
As we have now embarked on this new year of opportunity and a new beginning, we enter it with some beautiful reminders. Crossing over into a new year is an important event. We need to spend some time reflecting on the past and plan the future. One of the challenges and a reminder of some significant things to take with the crossover into 2019 take advantage of growing (professionally, connections, and self-resetting) that the time with some fantastic speakers will provide.
Time is one part of our lives you cannot get back, therefore, do not miss out on time together at the 20th Annual Families and Fathers Conference to make communities a better place. For those who desire to develop integrative approaches working with children and families, prepare and join us in Los Angeles, California think outside the box.
WHY ARE THE CONFERENCE PRESENTERS SO GOOD?
Why and how is each of the talks and workshops consistently so engaging, understandable and powerful? FFCA is committed to ensuring that each attendee has so many sessions to choose from that it is hard to select which workshop. FFCA selects diverse speakers that have proven to be engaged with the attendees throughout all presentations. Facts are relevant and can even be critical, but FFCA's conference has speakers that will give you the resources, skills, and give them an emotional context to go from facts to applying in direct-practice, creating family-centered services, or make facts speak in your life.
In the process of selecting presenters, we choose those talented individuals who are more approachable and more audience-friendly — the best speakers on building resilient communities, healthier families, improving outcomes for children and strengthening families by enhancing services with fathers. In sixty-days, speakers will reach into their bag of expertise and examples, and bring their presentations to life for attendees to use. This is what connects them to the audience.
We have over 50 workshops, special series that focus on Head Start and Early Head Start fatherhood programs as well as international experts on the impacts of fathers and child development you do not want to miss out.
Listen to a few of the 20th Annual Families and Fathers Conference presenters today! Dr. Rosina McAlpine
Australian Leader for Child Development and leader of
One of FFCA's Australian Affiliates -
A Featured Opening Day FFCA Talk Speaker and Presenter
LaTasha C. Watts, Award Winning Child Advocate, Author, Speaker, and Champion of Children in Foster-Care, Founder & CEO of The Purple Project - A Featured FFCA Talk Speaker Day 2
Dr. Warren Farrell, TED Talk Speaker International Best-Selling Author A Featured Closing FFCA Talk Speaker - Day 3
Barbara Coloroso TED Talk Speaker International Best-Selling Author - Early Childhood Expert - Opening Day Presenter
New year, new you! Invest in yourself this year with the FFCA Conference, a conference for family-building and father outreach that will empower you to help others more effectively. Fathers and Families Coalition of America is nearing the 20th Annual Families and Fathers Conference, March 4-7, 2019 in Los Angeles, California with a comprehensive program that hosts presenters from the United Kingdom, Scotland, Ireland, Australia, Nigeria, Puerto Rico, Bolivia and throughout the United States.
SAVE THE DATE 20th Annual Families & Fathers National Conference 2019 March 4th - 7th, 2019 Hilton Los Angeles Airport 5711 W Century Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90045 A closing celebration, Thursday, March 7, 2019 6:00p.m. - 11:00p.m. join us here
Senator Holly J. Mitchell 2019 Honorable John S. Martinez National Leadership Recipient
During the closing gala intended for our conference attendees, speakers, guests, honorees, and open to the public Fathers and Families Coalition of America presents Dr. Ramon & Dr. Yolanda Nieves Family Affair National Awards Gala (a red tie/red dress event). FFCA is honored to host our 2019 Honorable John S. Martinez National Leadership Award - A Champion For Healthy Families to the Honorable Holly J. Mitchell, Senator for the State of California. The most recent honoree, 2018 Honorable John S. Martinez National Leadership Recipient, was Congresswoman Maxine Waters (C.A.), and we celebrate Senator Holly J. Mitchell for the 2019 Honorable John S. Martinez National Leadership Recipient. Senator Mitchell is representing nearly 1 million residents of the 30th Senate District, which ranges from Century City to South Los Angeles and takes in Culver City, Cheviot Hills, Crenshaw District, USC, downtown L.A. and a portion of Inglewood.
I am honored to share that Andrea Kane is the Vice President for Policy and Strategic Partnerships at Power to Decide will join us, Thursday, September 26th. Andrea is a long-time advocate for fathers, and exceptional professional working on a wide range of national domestic policy issues will be the guest speaker for the September Unifying Voices in Fatherhood Initiatives National Call. Mr. Michael Peeples, Director for the City of Milwaukee's Fatherhood Initiative, will be the moderator for this call. Please feel free to share this invitation with your networks. The bottom of this note includes the conference call and or video access information.
Ms. Kane will share an urgent and time-sensitive national policy impacting the lives of millions of teen parents, families, and providers who are working with high school and college students. The array of affected providers from Zero- Three, Head Start, K12, juvenile-justice, child-welfare, homeless & runaway youth, fatherhood practitioners, etc., make time to join Andrea to learn about the reauthorization of the federal Pregnancy Assistance Fund (PAF) $25 million annual program funding. We will start on-time at 1:00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time and end promptly at 2:30 p.m. Eastern Standard Time. The meeting will stay open until 1:10 p.m. and then close access; therefore, please ensure to mark your calendar and join us a few minutes early.
On Thursday, September 26th, we’ll have a significant opportunity to learn more about and help support the reauthorization of the federal Pregnancy Assistance Fund (PAF). In the meantime, here is some background and an action step you can take now.
Do you know how the FFCA got its start? Take a moment to listen to the birth of the FFCA, how the organization has helped others, the future possibilities, as well as what's in store for the 2020 "Next Level" 21st Annual Families and Fathers Conference.
After you listen to the broadcast, ask yourself,
"How can I take myself to the next level?" "How can I help those around me reach their next level?" "Do I want to miss an opportunity for growth?"
SAVE THE DATE 20th Annual Families & Fathers National Conference 2019 March 4th - 7th, 2019 Hilton Los Angeles Airport 5711 W Century Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90045 A closing celebration, Thursday, March 7, 2019 6:00p.m. - 11:00p.m. join us here
Mr. Paris Escovedo 2019 Father of the Year National Recipient
During the closing gala that is intended for our conference attendees, speakers, guests, honorees and open to the public Fathers and Families Coalition of America presents Dr. Ramon & Dr. Yolanda Nieves Family Affair National Awards Gala (a red tie/red dress event). We are honored to host Paris A. Escovedo as a time to honor a father, mentor for children, husband, son and an amazing man who gives to others with The Honorable Stanley Seiderman National Father of the Year, Thursday, March 7, 2019, at the closing of the 20th Annual Families and Fathers Conference. Come and celebrate Paris as he receives this national award was established with the FFCA to recognize fathers who are righteous and upright men in their communities. Ethel Seiderman, then widow created criteria prior her to meeting her beloved after her passing in 2016. Since 2006, she requested this National Father of the Year Award goes to not those will greater opportunities but for those who went through have risen above their adversities to become "Righteous and Upright Men." Mrs. Seiderman wanted the nomination(s) to come from the community and share how the nominated father(s) have offered their time and talents to enhance children, youth and families. It was her request to highlight fathers who have used the influential role of fatherhood with an active lifestyle to a cause bigger than themselves by making a positive contribution to their children, as well as youth and families in their community.
Fathers & Families Coalition of America is honored to announce a special Congressional Open & Engaging Presentation/Chat Session at the Unified Voice for Fatherhood Initiatives.
Additional guest speaker for a national call to action, A Unified Voice for Fatherhood Initiatives, Thursday, April 25, 2019, in New York City and virtual participation. We are honored to have The Office of Congressman Danny K. Davis (07-IL) Jill Hunter-Williams, Ph.D., Deputy Chief of Staff, Congressman Danny K. Davis (IL-07), 2159 Rayburn House Office Building, Washington, DC 20515, www.davis.house.gov join us all to discuss a few essential policy items and receive information from leaders. We ask that you register today to ensure space is available in-person and the WebEx Virtual Platform. Only registered leaders/guests will have access to this meeting open to all.
The Office of Congressman Davis with key staff from the Worker and Family Support Subcommittee on the House Ways and Means Committee, want to use this time to accomplish three items on our agenda:
Provide a brief on the following items that includes the Family First Act, child support, child welfare, and funded programs on fatherhood.
Intention to listen to those leaders of what they believe is needed to improve, expand, or address with current fatherhood funded programs through the federal government.
Finally, how can the Ways and Means subcommittee as well as members of Congress or other elected offices be part of bridging local initiatives, state initiatives, and part of a national unified voice on fatherhood with the involvement of Congress?
