Month: July 2025
5 Critical Policy Changes to Remove Legal and Economic Barriers Faced by Black Fathers
We believe – and it’s supported by the “Breaking the Chains” report – that Black fathers are fighting to stay involved with their children even while contending with barriers that many never face. Some of the most important support we can provide involves not only helping fathers navigate the hurdles but eliminating them from the path for fathers now and in the future. The reforms and policy directives outlined above move us in that direction.
When Fatherhood Requires a Court Order: What Georgia Must Fix Now
For the first time in years, lawmakers gathered publicly to confront an issue many Georgians have never even heard of—legitimation.
L-FORCE: From Legacy to Leadership — A New Force for Civic Change
L-FORCE is a movement grounded in civic responsibility, community restoration, and intergenerational leadership. It is Fathers Incorporated’s bold new initiative to advance civic engagement by training and deploying Servant Leaders — not just mentors.
Still Marching: Why the 2025 Million Fathers March Matters More Than Ever
Our theme this year, “Civic Dads in Action: Engaged, Educated, Empowering Communities,” is a call to deepen our commitment. It’s a reminder that the strength of a school is tied to the strength of its family connections — and that the strongest connections are built on trust, respect, and invitation.
The Maze of Fatherhood: Why Georgia Must Reform Legitimation Now
In Georgia, a child born to unmarried parents is not automatically granted the legal right to both parents. While this may come as a surprise to many, to the thousands of fathers served by Fathers Incorporated, it’s a harsh and often heartbreaking reality.
Blended Families Have Made It to the White House (And That’s Not a Bad Thing)
When we share common family traits, we will better relate to each other and push policies forward to help all American families.
The Power to Release: What Forgiveness Teaches Us About Manhood
Forgiveness isn’t about getting the other person to change. It’s about not letting what they did change you anymore. It’s an act of liberation. It’s an act of maturity. And it’s an invitation to healing.