Celebrating the Role of Fathers

Monday, 31 August, 2009

Māori SIDS acknowledges and supports Waitakere City and the third annual celebration of Focus on Fathering Week from August 31 to September 6.

"This week is about letting men know that their role as fathers is valued and important - not just to their children but the whole community," says Focus on Fathering Week coordinator Chris Mullins.
Mayor Bob Harvey, author of Hey Dad! - A New Zealand Father's Guide to Survival, is a long time supporter of the event and the important role fathers play in the community.

"We need dads to be role models and mentors. To be the one that helps a son to stay calm when he feels like lashing out. To be the voice that tells a daughter she is beautiful when the world tells her otherwise. To be there when their children have nowhere else to turn."

For a full calendar of events go to www.dad4life.co.nz