Tag: Economic Opportunity
When Fathers Lose Access to Economic Opportunity, Families Carry the Cost
Since household composition is often shaped by economics, fathers cannot be left out of the conversation about why female-headed households carry so much. When fathers lose access to stable work and transportation, mothers often absorb the cost.
Millions of households may be headed by women, but that does not mean conditions affecting fathers are irrelevant. In many cases, they are central.
This is where the public conversation needs to mature.
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.