2010 Fatherhood Summit

A summit for professionals, civic leaders and community members who work with and support the roles of men/fathers in our community.

Speakers Include:

George Williams - Author, " Quenching the Fathers Thirst" and "Coach Dads Play Book" - Mr. Williams has appeared on national television as a spokesperson for urban fathering on CNN, FOX News, the WB and PAX TV. He has appeared in print as a "Phenomenal Father" by Ebony Magazine, and in Black Enterprise and JET Magazine.

Bernie Dorsey - Conscious Fathering, a Program of Parent Trust for WA Children - Founder of the Conscious Fathering Program, which teaches thousands of fathers throughout the country. Dorsey provides infant care skills for soon-to-be dads while stressing the benefits of responsible fathering.

Greg Schell - Washington State Fathers Network - Founder of the Fathers Program, forerunner to the Fathers Network, at the University of Washington along with Don Meyer. He spent 8 years with this project assisting with research on dads and families having children with special needs.

Natasha Grossman - University of WA, School of Social Work - The Fatherhood Engagement Project and and Patrick Dowd, Office of the Family and Children's Ombudsman

Cost: $25 (to cover meal/coffee service)

If you attend both the March 24th (Strengthening the Family Summit) and the 25th events the cost for both days is $40. Limited scholarships available, info when registering.