Fathers & Families Coalition of America on February 23 thru the 26th, 2010 hosted an outstanding nationally attended conference with over 50 presenters, highlighted by the keynotes by Bishop George Dallas McKinney, of St. Stephens Cathedral in San Diego, CA; Ms. Carmen Nazario Assistant Secretary of the United States Health & Human Services Administration for Children and Families, Washington, DC; Judge Mabelean Ephriam formerly of Divorce Court and founder of the Ephriam Foundation, Los Angeles, CA; Mr. Steven Golightly, Director of the Los Angeles County Child Support Division; and Mr. Richard Ramos, Founder of the National Latino Faith Coalition.
In addition the remarks by our CEO/President, Mr. James Rodriguez, musical performance by Mr. Marion Meadows and theater performance by Chicago’s Brown Girls were outstanding. Fathers & Families Coalition was honored to receive commendations from the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors and the California State Assembly for our contributions in advancing the professional development of fatherhood practitioners nationally. As Fathers & Families Coalition strives to develop local coalition this event could not have taken place without the great support from Volunteers of America of Los Angeles, all of our affiliates that include leadership from: Rev. John Hughes, our San Diego Fathers & Families Coalition Affiliate Executive Director; Ms. Charlene Lewis- Meeks our Los Angeles Fathers & Families Coalition Affiliate Executive Director; Rev Ray Capper our San Francisco Fathers & Families Coalition Affiliate Executive Director; Mr. Kevin Poleyumptewa or our Arizona State Fathers & Families Coalition Affiliate Executive Director ; Mr. Frank Bedolla our Utah State Fathers & Families Coalition Affiliate Executive Director; Mrs. Robin Wright-King our Detroit Fathers & Families Coalition Affiliate Executive Director; Mrs. Dana Ross our Delaware Valley Fathers & Families Coalition Affiliate Executive Director; Mr. Chuck Tomaselli our Up-State New York Fathers & Families Coalition Affiliate Executive Director; and new affiliates in Tampa Bay under the leadership of Gregory Johnson, Houston under the leadership of Larry Savala and in Raleigh under the leadership of Cynthia Harris…..
SOME OF OUR GOALS FOR 2010 WILL INCLUDE
Affiliate Development by expansion and assisting Affiliates with local network meetings, conferences, professional development, marketing, and fund development;
Membership Development which will include free training opportunities and access to our video coverage of the 11th Annual National Fatherhood & Families Conference workshops; newsletter and program updates;
A spring Washington, DC trip to meet with elected officials and educate the importance of family & community needs that through services for fathers all can be strengthened to foster healthier fathers – healthier families;
A June 2, 2010 Public/Social Policy Town Hall Meeting at all affiliates’ sites to address the role of our elected leaders and services/funding inclusive of fathers;
A complete 11th Annual Fatherhood & Families Conference Proceedings will be completed by April, 2010; and
Exciting and comprehensive Community Leadership & Fatherhood Development Credentialing will be available by June 2010 for both practitioners and organizations….
For more information on how to be involved with us please call 602-254-5081 or by email at info@azffc.org
UPCOMMING FATHERHOOD CONFERENCES BY FFCA AFFILIATES
The Detroit Fathers & Families Coalition (DFFC) will recognize 15 Detroit area fathers at the Strong Fathers, Strong Families Conference. The program, All Star Dads Father-Daughter Banquet, will take place on April 23, 2010, at 7:00 pm at the Samaritan Center 5555 Conner Ave. Detroit, MI 48215. Tickets are $40.00 …
The father-daughter relationship is a unique and often overlooked relationship. Fathers teach their daughters how to regard themselves, what kinds of relationships are healthy, and what to look for in a partner. At a time in our community when economic conditions place families under pressure to sustain and thrive, we believe it is important to recognize fathers who have effectively parented their daughters to ensure their long-term growth and development.
Contact Mrs. Robin Wright King - Detroit Fathers & Families Coalition rwrightking@detroitfathersandfamiliescoalition.org or by phone at 248-797-5080
The Arizona Father & Families Coalition announces 6th Annual Southwestern Fatherhood & Families Institute in Tucson, Arizona in July.
Contact Mr. Kevin Poleyumptewa –
puhunufti@hotmail.com or call 602-254-5081
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