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Bryan Cox, a Super Bowl champion and 3-time Pro Bowler, talks about an extraordinary legacy of excellence and fatherhood
Keynote Speaker Bryan Cox Super Bowl Champion | NFL Pro Bowler | Giants Assistant Coach (to be confirmed) Bryan Cox, a Super Bowl champion and three-time Pro Bowler, brings an extraordinary legacy of excellence, leadership, and resilience both on and off the field. Currently serving as the New York [...]
Fred Baxter, NFL Super Bowl Champion, To Deliver Powerful Message
Keynote Speaker Fred Baxter Super Bowl Champion | Entrepreneur | Youth Mentor Fred Baxter, a former NFL tight end with an impressive 11-season career, will deliver a powerful message of resilience, dedication, and community impact at the UCFIC 13th Annual Conference scheduled for April 5, 2025. Selected by the New [...]
“Speak Truth To Power”
Honoring Black history and collaborating with advocacy organizations that support fathers is essential to our mission. At the recent NAACP Freedom Fund Dinner, we had the privilege and responsibility of supporting this organization dedicated to this cause—especially during these challenging times when inclusion and progress face significant obstacles. Renowned [...]
Celebrating Fatherhood at Madison Square Garden
Reflecting on a remarkable moment—honoring Shaleek Simms, recipient of the Father of Resilience Award at the recent Union County Fatherhood Initiative Coalition (UCFIC) Recognition Dinner! To celebrate his commitment as an exemplary father to his daughter, Shaleek was invited to a VIP Knicks game [...]
Support the Future of Fatherhood: Donate Today!
Since 2012, the Union County Fatherhood Initiative Coalition (UCFIC) has pioneered healthy father engagement, education, and support for young fathers in Union County, NJ. Our mission is to prepare and support fathers who face significant challenges, lacking the resources and connections needed to fulfill their potential—especially in their essential [...]
Dad Talk: Empowering Fathers for a Brighter Future
Dad Talk is a dynamic program created to support young fathers and soon-to-be dads in their essential roles. The program explores the eight pillars of wellness—spiritual, financial, physical, environmental, occupational, emotional, social, and intellectual—providing fathers with the tools and knowledge to thrive. The journey begins with the “You Are [...]
The Journey to Empower Young Fathers
A New Era of Development and Support The Union County Fatherhood Initiative Coalition is entering an exciting new chapter focused on empowering young fathers in the community. With new experts on the team, UCFIC has engaged a program development firm to enhance its servces, as well as research team [...]
Essential Highlights
Meeting the Needs of Young Dads in Union County A typical participant in UCFIC programs is a father of color, often facing economic challenges, including Black, Latino, and low-income Caucasian individuals. Many of these fathers reside in Union County, NJ, and strive to be present for their children [...]
