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Dad, 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.

Fathers, men and mental health

Coach, educator and psychologist Marlon Botha talks to Bush Radio about how fathers can pursue mental wellness.

Fathers 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.

Step 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.

In this podcast Clement Manyathela talks to the director of Isiseko Imara, George Mwaura, about the role and importance of social fathers.

George Mwaura says that without present and supportive fathers, substance abuse, teenage pregnancy and gender-based violence worsen. Here, he gives four tips on how one can become a social father.

Ways to support young people this Mandela Day

In this podcast Clarence Ford talks to the director of Isiseko Imara, George Mwaura, about the importance of social fathers in communities.

George Mwaura says that being a social father is about intentionally and consistently playing a fathering role in a child's life. Here, he writes about who social fathers are, their importance and how you can become one.