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Building Strength: How Young Men Walked Away With Real Mental Health Tools
In late February, UCFIC had several speakers at a workshop designed specifically for young Black men. What made this gathering different was not just the conversation, it was the intention. The goal was to create a space where young men could speak openly about mental health, pressure, identity, and [...]
Why Safe Spaces Matter for Young Black and Latino Fathers in New Jersey
Real Talk: Fatherhood in New Jersey Across New Jersey, over 1 million fathers are raising children under 18. Many of these families live in diverse communities across counties like Union, Essex, Hudson, and Middlesex. In areas like Union County, where UCFIC operates, nearly half of the residents identify as [...]
America’s Most Expensive Blind Spot: The $154 Billion Cost of Ignoring Fathers
This report lands because it restores dignity to the fatherhood conversation and refuses to reduce fathers to heroes or hazards. It frames fathers as economic actors, relational anchors, and public health factors. It suggests that improving father involvement is not just about a man “doing right.” It’s about building [...]
Dadicated, Not Perfect Podcast
Dadicated, Not Perfect: New Fatherhood, Marriage, and Showing Up Without a Manual w/ Joe Carr Listen to the full podcast here
What Is the Role of Fathers in Maternal Health?
When it comes to maternal health in the United States, women face several challenges, including high mortality, racial disparities, and inadequate mental health support. These factors put women at risk, and, unfortunately, attempts to address them often overlook a key group of advocates: men and fathers. Read more here [...]
UCFIC Hosts Men’s Heart Health Workshop for Young Fathers
The Union County Fatherhood Initiative Coalition (UCFIC) recently hosted a meaningful Men’s Heart Health Workshop, gathering over 15 fathers for an evening dedicated to education, prevention, and empowerment. Held at the Miller-Evans-Logan Recreation Center, the workshop featured Dr. Edward Wingfield, Associate Director of Endovascular Medicine at RWJ-Newark Beth Israel [...]
Healthy Fathers, Stronger Families: A Community Celebration of Fatherhood
On the evening of June 13, the Park Signature Suite in Roselle Park came alive with purpose and connection as the Union County Fatherhood Initiative Coalition (UCFIC) hosted its “Healthy Fathers, Building Healthy and Strong Families” Pre-Father’s Day Celebration. More than just an event, it was a powerful gathering [...]
Strengthening Community, One Step at a Time
UCFIC continues to build meaningful partnerships that uplift fathers, families, and the entire community. This week, we were proud to join Jewish Family Service of Central NJ (JFS) at the 4th Annual Community Walk along the Elizabeth River Trail. This was an inspiring event that brought together residents of [...]
