Community Hub Overview

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Community Hub Overview

The Community Fathering program delivers holistic, wraparound programs for fathers, grandads, uncles and father figures in New South Wales and Western Australia.

We meet you wherever you are on your parenting journey, offering responsive and flexible support through one-on-one guidance, group programs and informal connection with other dads.

Our programs are designed to help fathers and father figures feel supported, connected and confident in their important role.

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Walk & Talk with us

Regular, casual meet ups for dads in the Illawarra and Perth areas. Join us to get tips, share ideas and connect with other dads in your local area for a casual walk and coffee.

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One on One

We provide responsive, flexible support using evidence-informed, strength-based and trauma-informed practices to help achieve the best possible outcomes for you and your family.

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Dads Groups & Programs

Our Hubs provide a safe space for dads to reach out, connect with other dads and work with our trained Case Managers. At the moment, our Hubs are located in NSW and WA.

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Connect Program

Connect is an 8-week fathering support program written exclusively by The Fathering Project. It focuses on building, strengthening and connecting to help you create the best possible relationship with your children.

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Hub locations

Our Hubs provide a safe space for dads to reach out, connect and access support in their local community.

New South Wales

Illawarra

The Foundery 132 Wentworth St Port Kembla 2505

Email:
illawarra@thefatheringproject.org

Western Australia

City of Armadale

Child and Parent Centre Westfield Park
On the grounds of Westfield Park Primary School
11 Hemingway Drive, Camillo

City of Kwinana

Darius Wells Library and Resource Centre
Chisham Ave & Robbos Way, Kwinana Town Centre WA 6167
Office number 14 – Upstairs

Email:
wa@thefatheringproject.org

Partnerships and delivery

The program is delivered in partnership with:

  • Australian Government departments
  • State and local government agencies
  • Community service organisations
  • Health care services, providers and other NGO’s

 

These partnerships enable coordinated, place-based responses that improve access to support for fathers and families.

Outcomes and impact

The Community Fathering program aims to:

  • Increase fathers’ confidence and engagement in parenting
  • Reduce social isolation among dads
  • Strengthen family relationships
  • Improve outcomes for children

Community impact in action

ABC Compass Documentary Trailer 
Westfield Park Primary School Dads & Kids Camp
Dads and Kids Local Community Fishing Day
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