InternationalThis section of the website covers fatherhood news, policy, research and practice outside the UK, with a focus on the actions of international institutions.
External research » International
After many months of work, the Cabinet Office has published (18 December 2008) a terrific, detailed statistical picture of family life in Britain today.
Practice » International
Immigrant men learn how to broaden paternal role
Participants of all ages share concerns about fatherhood as program pioneers shift to mosque
May 17, 2008, Andrea Gordon, FAMILY ISSUES REPORTER,Toronto Star*
Sagheer Chatta’s children are just preschoolers, but the Pakistani immigrant is bracing himself for "big time" culture clash down the road.
FI research » International
The Fatherhood Institute’s extensive review of international evidence about the costs and benefits of active fatherhood can help inform the development of policy and practice.
External research » International
The 2008 edition of the International Review of Parental Leave Policies and Research, produced by the International Network on Leave Policies and published for the Network by the Department for Business, Enterprise and Regulatory Reform (DBERR), is now available online.
FI research » International
CONTENTS:
Introduction
The Discourse
The Research
The Practice
Case Studies
Research Evidence
References
INTRODUCTION
The Discourse
Public discourse implicates fathers in their sons’ antisocial behaviour, in particular through alleged absence as ‘role models’; but also through their perceived inability or unwillingness to set limits on their children’s behaviour – to be a ‘firm hand’.
Practice » International
The Fatherhood Institute’s Toolkit for Father-Inclusive Practice helps managers and practitioners meet the strong policy requirements for father-inclusive services coming from the Department for Children, Schools and Families, and elsewhere.