Bringing Fathers into Focus
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The TANF program has been due for reauthorization since 2010. With reauthorization, Congress has the opportunity to reimagine the program to support m...
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As the COVID-19 emergency and response efforts stretch state budgets, there is an opportunity for Congress to update the child support program to dire...
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There are legislative opportunities to guarantee counsel to caregivers in family law proceedings and to ensure access to civil legal aid for fathers a...
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As leaders respond to a myriad of crises brought on, exacerbated by, or happening in parallel with the COVID-19 pandemic — which is disproportio...
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In order for our systems and structures, policies, and practices to reflect the realities of 21st century families and communities, our collective con...
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The evidence is clear; fathers — regardless of residential or relationship status — play a critical role in children’s health and influence mate...