This policy report highlights the need to support young fathers by providing recommendations for child welfare system policy and practice change. Research shows that the relationship between fathers and their children is essential to the well-being of families and the healthy development of children, however little attention is paid to the importance of engaging young fathers under age 26, particularly young fathers who are involved with child welfare systems. This report provides recommendations on how systems can better focus on father involvement to increase positive outcomes for fathers, their children and families.
Center for the Study of Social Policy, 2017
Evidence Rating: III
Cost: Free
Topics:
Case Management/Care Coordination Intimate Partner Violence Parenting Education Participant Recruitment and Retention Partner Involvement
Perinatal Periods:
Postpartum Pre-/Inter-conception Prenatal
Resource types:
Model Organizational Policies Model programs Toolkits for Providers