Research has shown that father’s and male carers play a crucial role in a child’s development and engaging fathers and male carers effectively requires a systematic approach that supports their close attachment and involvement in the child’s life.

By adopting male inclusive practices in all our work, we can create a more supportive environment for all families. To help us spread this message we have designed a poster that can be printed and displayed in staff areas to remind practitioners to “think fathers” in all their casework.

It also contains a QR code to an informative webpage specifically aimed at dads and male carers.

Let’s work together to ensure every child benefits from the involvement of both parents.

The Fatherhood Institute is a good resource for practitioners with factsheets on health, education, safeguarding, diversity and work.

You can download the poster here.