A Father-Friendliness Survey: How Do Community Organizations Report Engaging Fathers?

Authors

  • Kyle Miller Illinois State University
  • Jordan A Arellanes Illinois State University

Keywords:

community-based research, father engagement, mixed-methods research, community survey, families, community change

Abstract

This community-based project explored levels of father-friendliness across local organizations, agencies, and schools. A community coalition of individuals from diverse backgrounds and roles created a community survey to gather quantitative and qualitative information from individuals who worked with children or families. An analysis of survey responses (N=122) led to descriptive and thematic results of how the community served or marginalized fathers. Results were used to guide efforts in father engagement across various professional sectors.

Author Biographies

Kyle Miller, Illinois State University

School of Teaching and Learning, Professor of Child Development and Elementary Education

Jordan A Arellanes, Illinois State University

Department of Psychology, Assistant Professor

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Published

12/04/2023

Issue

Vol. 15 No. 2 (2023)

Section

Research and Theory

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