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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 [...]
Supporting Fathers on Their Journey to Stability
The UCFIC Family Navigator Program & Resources  The Union County Fatherhood Initiative Coalition (UCFIC) is making significant strides in supporting young fathers through its Family Navigator Program, launched in collaboration with the Housing Authority of the City of Elizabeth, Plainfield Public Schools, and KEAN University. This initiative aims [...]
A Lifeline For Children’s Well-Being
 A Lifeline For Children’s Well-Being Child Support Counts, Even When You’re Not Together Child support is about more than just financial contributions—it's about providing children with the opportunities to lead happy, healthy, and fulfilling lives. Think of it like tending to a garden: just as plants need water to [...]
Breaking Barriers: How and Why Latino Fathers Can Overcome Language Challenges for Career Success
Breaking Barriers: How and Why Latino Fathers Can Overcome Language Challenges for Career Success  Breaking Barriers: How and Why Latino Fathers Can Overcome Language Challenges for Career Success Strategies and Resources To Help You Thrive In The Workplace For many Latino dads, balancing work and family life is a [...]
