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From Insight to Infrastructure: What Fatherhood in Focus Revealed About the Real Work Ahead
James Rodriguez
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          Dr. James C. Rodríguez, MSW, CADC President & CEO Fathers and Families Coalition of America On December 9, I participated in a virtual convening hosted by the City of New York—Fatherhood in Focus—in partnership with the Department of Youth & Community Development, the Children's Cabinet, the Human Resource
Honoring Fathers. Rewriting Narratives. Building the Future of Family Care.
James Rodriguez
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FEATURED WORKSHOP PRESENTER — A POWERFUL REASON TO JOIN US Honoring Fathers. Rewriting Narratives. Building the Future of Family Care. 27th International Families and Fathers Conference Next Generation: Leading Legacies, Building Futures April 13–16, 2026 | In-Person Only Hilton Los Angeles Airport | Los Angeles, CA Conference information, registra
Strong Yet Soft: Tai Chi for Emotional Resilience and Family Harmony
James Rodriguez
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FEATURED GENERAL LUNCHEON SPEAKER & WELLNESS EXPERIENCE — ONE MORE POWERFUL REASON TO JOIN US Conference Details, Registration, Hotel, Wellness Oasis & Full Schedule: https://fathersandfamiliescoalition.org/conferences/27th-international-families-and-fathers-conference-schedule.html 27th International Families and Fathers Conference Next Ge
Beyond Fathers: Strengthening Families & Elevating Practitioners
James Rodriguez
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For the 27th International Families & Fathers Conference Blog Series A Conversation with Rhonda Stewart-Jones, LICSW-C For the 27th International Families & Fathers Conference Blog Series Introduction: A Conference Rooted in Purpose, Humanity, and Professional Excellence For twenty-seven years, the International Families & Fathers Confe
Why I Do What I Do: A Reflection on Fatherhood, Healing, and Hope
James Rodriguez
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By Allan Shedlin, Founder of the Daddying Film Festival & Forum (D3F)Grampsy and Founder, Daddying Film Festival & Forum (D3F) For more than three decades, people have asked me why I’ve devoted my life to working with fathers—helping them become the dads they aspire to be. Every time the holiday season approaches, and my reflective nature k
Healing Trauma. Strengthening Families. Leading the Next Generation
James Rodriguez
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The 27th International Families & Fathers Conference April 13–16, 2026 | Los Angeles, California For twenty-seven years, the International Families & Fathers Conference has brought together professionals committed to strengthening families, breaking cycles of trauma, and improving outcomes for children and communities. In 2026, we continue
Lovin’ Life and Life Is Livin’: The Art of Kintsugi Leadership
James Rodriguez
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Dr. James C. Rodríguez, MSW, CADC President & CEOFathers and Families Coalition of America   “Are you ready to dive to the bottom of the deep end of the pool… holding your breath… and once again at the top of the water breathe in new, fresh air?” — Dr. James C. Rodríguez Leadership begins beneath the surface — where noise fades, pride
Emerging Insights into Generation Alpha: What Parents and Practitioners Need to Know
James Rodriguez
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Emerging Insights into Generation Alpha: What Parents and Practitioners Need to Know By Caleb Roose, MDiv Research & Training Project Manager, Fuller Youth Institute Founder & Coach, Good Enough Dads 📧 This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. | This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. 📞 909-351-0720 💼 LinkedIn Growing Up in a Different World Growing up today looks different
Consent Means “Agree”: The Best Way to Teach Body Boundaries to Neurodivergent Kids
James Rodriguez
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By Amy Lang, M.A. Founder, Birds & Bees & Kids 📧 This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. 📞 206-661-2245 🌐 BirdsAndBeesAndKids.com | BBKPros.com Love on the Spectrum and the Myth of Incapacity If you’ve watched Love on the Spectrum, you’ve seen autistic adults navigate dating and relationships with honesty, humor, and hope. The show does more than enter
What Does Early Relational Health Look Like?
James Rodriguez
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By Dr. Gloria Andrade, PhD, IMH-E® Center for Autism and Early Childhood Mental Health, Montclair State University The Heartbeat of Early Relational Health When we discuss child development, we often focus on milestones — the first word, the first step, and the first day of school. Yet, behind every milestone is something more profound: a relations