Dad Chats

GAIN STRATEGIES TO MANAGE PARENTHOOD HIGHS & LOWS

Dad Chats is an informal dads’ group to explore the many parts of being a dad, and the many ways being a Dad can look.

The program covers topics around communication, boundary setting, and self-discovery/exploration. It is run by an experienced facilitator; however, the greatest learning comes from the interactions between the dads themselves. Dad Chats starts with a general session thinking about our own experience of fathers, and then through future sessions looks at the many ways a Dad can be involved in the family.

These workshops are an opportunity to meet like-minded dads who are navigating through the parenting journey as well.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR ATTENDEES

Each week creates a space for dads to Explore the many parts of being a Dad. The program covers topics around communication, boundary setting, and self-discovery/exploration. Topics also include ways to communicate effectively with your partner and children, how to set boundaries and create a safe environment and much more.

Session 1 – Fatherhood and all that it encompasses
Session 2 – Managing the blues

Session 3 – FIFO and shift work
Session 4 – Co-parenting while separated

ABOUT THE FACILITATOR – EVYN

Evyn has a long history working in medical, defence, education, child development and family settings and for the past twenty years focussed extensively on parenting and fatherhood. During his eight years with WHWS he has co-facilitated Perinatal Anxiety and Depression workshops, offered Couple counselling and worked as a Circle of Security – Group Facilitator.

Evyn’s personal mantra is ’To create safe, caring, respectful places for children to grow’.

Qualifications

Bachelor of Applied Science (Social Work)
Graduate Diploma in Human Rights (Curtin)

EVENT DETAILS

WHEN: Tuesdays, May 9, 16, 23, 30 6.45pm – 8.45pm

VENUE: To be confirmed

COST: $15 Concession /$20 General