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The National Center for Fathering has a warehouse of three plus decades of fresh research, cutting edge tools, practical insights, and provided training for dads and leaders who are impacting millions of children and households. The data is clear, inattentive disconnected fathers who are not fulfilling their role as dads lead to poorer outcomes for children. Contrastingly, fathers who are committed and growing in healthy ways, and then engage in their child’s life, they will crush the “curse of fatherlessness” and its negative effects. Enjoy free access to the wealth of articles, research and blogs we provide, arranged by your situation, your child’s age and common fathering hot topics.
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Meet the Founder Dr. Ken Canfield
Dr. Ken Canfield is a nationally known leader and scholar
who has committed his life to strengthening men, fathers,
families and grandparents. He founded the National Center
for Fathering (www.fathers.com) and the National
Association for Grandparenting, (www.grandkidsmatter.org).
He is a trusted voice and counsel to many non-profits,
community organizations, state and regional efforts which
are strengthening families. He has written both popular and
scientific articles on fathering and is a frequent guest on
programs which promote responsible fathering. In addition,
Canfield has been heard on a daily weekday radio
commentary, Today’s Father, which he began in 1993 and
aired on over 600 stations. He has been interviewed on
The Oprah Winfrey Show, NBC’s Today Show, ABC’s
World News Tonight, Focus, and numerous other radio
and television programs, especially during Father’s Day.
Recent Blogs
Daughters and “the Gender War”
Some time ago, I spent a week in the mountains with my daughter Sarah on a father-daughter retreat. For me, it was a cleansing, refreshing time; for Sarah, it was a time of empowerment and blessing to be all God meant her to be. That week deepened our relationship,...
Daughters and “The Real Thing”
How would you train someone to spot a counterfeit bill? Well, you’d probably make them aware of the common methods of copying the original, and you’d point out telltale signs of fakery. But most of all, you’d want that person to be very, very familiar with the real...
Daddy’s Daughter Comes of Age
Today your daughter has opportunities that mom and grandma never dreamed of. Women’s sports are making their mark. Of note are women’s basketball programs that rival the men’s. At some Big Ten universities, in fact, the women’s games are one of the hottest tickets in...
Nurturing Daughters
More and more research is finding that “a key component of a woman’s sense of worth is rooted in her experience with her father.” Cute little girls just love to be hugged by their daddies. It’s nurturing at its best. Yet before you know it, she has become more than...
Value Your Daughters’ Opinions
Nicole Gallagher was the behind-the-scenes producer for ABC News’s American Agenda. I got to know her over the phone when she was working on a piece that focused on fathering. From our first conversation, I knew this woman had a high sense of self-esteem and a...
Daughters and Sports
Here’s something that some dads rarely consider. Daughters can be athletes, too! As a matter of fact, girls need to learn about teamwork, good sportsmanship and the thrill of victory just as much as boys. According to a recent article in the Kansas City Star, high...
A Father’s Heart for Daughters
There are a lot of reasons for you to be a loving father to your daughter. She’ll have a more positive view of men in general. More self-esteem as a woman. She’s more likely to stay sexually pure until marriage and have a healthier view of sexuality. But, today, I’d...
A (Re)Vision for Fathers & Society
by Dr. Ken Canfield I believe it’s good to plan for the future as fathers so we’re better prepared for the changes and challenges that our kids will bring our way. It’s also good to have dreams and aspirations for what we want to be, like setting high goals that...
Dad: Harness the Power of Sibling Competition
by Jay Payleitner Competition between siblings (or cousins) is a great tool for dads. While you can still outsmart them, there are all kinds of ways you can shape and motivate your kids and they won’t even know it. Got a pile of bricks that need to be moved from here...
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Our Trainers
Ken R. Canfield, Ph.D.
Dr. George Williams
Dr. Williams is a nationally recognized fathering and family expert. He has testified as an expert fathering witness before a Senate sub-committee, visited the White House to coordinate the First Lady’s visit to his R.E.A.D. to Kids program at a Kansas City elementary school and attended her Helping America’s Youth conference and White House reception.