The Stages of Father Inclusion

father inclusion (noun)

\ 'fäT͟Hər inˈklo͞oZH(ə) \

Definition of father inclusion

1 : the intentional and proactive approach to involving dads in interactions with families

2 : an organization has an environment that welcomes fathers

3 : an organization provides father-specific programs, services, and resources that speak to dads in their unique role as a father

We need to raise staff's awareness about the importance of father inclusion before we build the capacity to be father inclusive.

Staff is aware of the importance of father inclusion, and we’re ready to build their capacity before we launch a father-inclusive effort.

We’ve built staff capacity and identified a father-inclusive effort but haven’t launched it.

We’ve launched a father-inclusive effort, and we’re ready to maintain it and grow its impact.