Category: Black Fatherhood
Fathers in the Shadows: The Invisible Work of Showing Up Anyway
Not all father absence is abandonment. Sometimes, it’s the result of systems, silencing, or survival. And those nuances matter.
Gratitude for the Viral Coverage of Our Fatherhood Program Graduation
This viral moment, which reached nearly 4 million potential impressions when we shared it on social media, but has since topped 9.7 million, didn’t happen overnight. It results from 20 years of unwavering commitment, love, and labor poured into the lives of fathers and families across Metro Atlanta and beyond.
Why Are We Coming for LeBron and Bronny? The Hypocrisy of Black Fatherhood in America
LeBron James is a father before he is a basketball player, before he is a businessman, and before he is a global icon. And like any father, when you come for his child, you will get a response.
The Vanishing Act: Why Black Fathers in Media Still Seem Like Ghosts
Despite research showing that Black fathers spend as much (if not more) time with their children than fathers of other races, they are still more likely to be portrayed in media as absent, uninvolved, or, at best, comedic.
Do Parents Have a Favorite Child? The Truth About Black Fathers and Their Daughters
by Kenneth Braswell, CEO, Fathers Incorporated There are moments in parenthood when our children challenge our perceptions, forcing us to confront truths we might otherwise ignore. In […]
Black Fathers On the Front Lines of Civil Rights Advocacy
Throughout history, Black fathers have been unsung heroes in the struggle for civil rights. Though often overshadowed, their contributions have been critical to dismantling systemic barriers and forging a brighter future for their children and communities. These men didn’t wait for the perfect conditions to act — they saw a need and stepped into the breach, wielding love, sacrifice, and determination as tools.
How Companies Depict Black Fathers in TV Commercials
Researchers from the Moynihan Institute for Fatherhood Research and Policy are hosting a critically important webinar: “Can You See Me Now? A Closer Examination of Black Fathers in Television Commercials.” A must-attend event for anyone interested in media representation of Black fathers and families, the presentation is based on Moynihan Institute’s qualitative study measuring attitudes and reflections about Black fathers in television commercials.
Top 5 Emerging Fatherhood Topics: Charting a New Course for Fathers Everywhere
In this blog, we explore five emerging fatherhood topics we’re watching now — Child Support, Maternal Health Care Advocacy, Housing, Economic Sustainability, and Dads as Doulas — and discuss why these issues are vital, what actions are needed, and how FI is driving change in each area.
The quiet after the storm
The night before, I stayed up, switching between networks, trying to listen not just to the results but to the stories behind them. Numbers don’t lie, they say.
Shattering Myths: Why Black Men’s Votes Matter in Shaping the Future
Historically, Black men have been deeply engaged in the fight for civil rights and political representation.
Today, I Lost My Father Again: The Legacy of Good Times’ James Evans on Black Boys
Amidst the challenges, there was one constant: James Evans, played by John Amos. For many Black children, particularly those growing up in father-absent homes, James Evans was more than a character.
The World Keeps Telling Us Black Men and Boys Are Throwaways: I’m Starting to Believe We Are
There’s a dangerous and persistent narrative in society today that Black men and boys are disposable—throwaways.
The Death of a TV Character: The Dignified African-American Working Class Father
Last month was the finale of ‘Everybody Hates Chris,’ as I reflect back we realized that Julius Rock played by Terry Crews reminded me of a familiar TV character from my youth, James Evans the father on Good Times (played by John Amos).
Black Dads and Economic Empowerment: A Pathway to Thriving, Not Just Surviving
Vice President Harris Releases Opportunity Agenda for Black Men: A Step Toward Economic Empowerment, but What About Black Fathers?
Stop Shaming Black Men and Address the Real Barriers to Voting and Fatherhood
Vice President Harris’s Opportunity Agenda is the latest of many attempts to address some of these challenges and focus on economic opportunities for Black men.