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What kids long for in a dad
Study shows that the absence of positive fathering is damaging for children.
Read more about What kids long for in a dadAmplifying children's unfiltered perspectives on fatherhood
Heartlines' new research shows that while children see a father’s role as being a provider, they also long for emotional connection.
Read more about Amplifying children's unfiltered perspectives on fatherhoodPresent dads key for children's future
The Fathers Matter research report focuses on children’s experiences, observations, and perspectives regarding fatherhood, gender roles and identities, masculinities, and violence. The report gives a voice to those directly affected by these issues.
Read more about Present dads key for children's futureChildren want a father who cares about them
Heartlines Research Team Lead Livhuwani Maphorogo spoke to SAFM about Heartlines Fathers Matter new research into children's perspectives on fatherhood.
Read more about Children want a father who cares about themWorld Children’s Day: What South African children long for in fathers
Livhuwani Maphorogo, research manager at Heartlines, shares what children long for in fathers, for World Children’s Day.
Read more about World Children’s Day: What South African children long for in fathersReport explores children's perspectives on fatherhood
A present father plays a crucial role in a child's life. Heartlines has released a report that explores children's perspectives on fatherhood.
Read more about Report explores children's perspectives on fatherhoodHeartlines’ Fathers Matter initiative aims to amplify young voices on fatherhood
Through the voices of youth, Heartlines Fathers Matter seeks to promote healthier relationships between fathers and their children, providing insights that will shape future educational resources and media.
Read more about Heartlines’ Fathers Matter initiative aims to amplify young voices on fatherhoodDad, be there for your kid
For most children, their fathers have not been as involved in child raising as mothers have – especially not in the early years.
Read more about Dad, be there for your kidFathers, men and mental health
Coach, educator and psychologist Marlon Botha talks to Bush Radio about how fathers can pursue mental wellness.
Read more about Fathers, men and mental healthFathers Matter workshop highlights impact of absent fathers
HEARTLINES recently held a Fathers Matter leaders’ workshop at Seed of Hope, to discuss the national crisis of absent fathers in South Africa. The event, led by Craig Bouchier, Heartlines’ KZN project lead, was aimed at church and community leaders.
Read more about Fathers Matter workshop highlights impact of absent fathersStep into the gap
The absence of fathersin South Africa is a critical epidemic. The number of children growing up without a biological father in their lives is among the highest in the world and has severe and far-reaching ramifications.
Read more about Step into the gapUnpacking the role and importance of social fathers
In this podcast Clement Manyathela talks to the director of Isiseko Imara, George Mwaura, about the role and importance of social fathers.
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