Registration

Please note that our minimal registration cost allows us to pay our speakers and our panelists who share their lived experiences for their time and contributions.

SCHOLARSHIPS

We are able to offer a limited number of scholarship spots that are first come, first served. Email us at FoundationsofFatherhood@umich.edu to ask about scholarships.

Scholarship applicant stories:

• I am currently the Program Manager for MDHHS in Marquette, Alger, and Schoolcraft counties in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan.  I am also a father of 3 girls.  I believe that a father’s participation is very important in child-rearing and would love to participate in this summit.  - Steven H.

• I am a 68-year-old father of five,  ranging in age from 3 to 49 years old.  I am a retired State of Michigan employee 11 years into retirement.  I worked corrections, child support and the welfare office.  All departments that separate families, I have volunteered with manhood and fatherhood organizations while retired.  Seeking information and resources for father’s  and families to assist with both parents sharing with the responsibility for their children.  - Gregory P.

• I am a Family Coordinator for the Early Head Start program at the Cleveland County Partnership for Children.  I feel that [attending the Wide World of Fathering event] would benefit myself as well as the fathers that I serve.  I am always looking for information and resources to help my fathers to be successful.  - Billie M.

• I am a single dad of an eight year old girl, living near Traverse City. It would mean a lot to me to attend this conference. Fathering is the most important job that I will ever do, and I am dedicated to gathering more tools and learning how to show up more fully.  - Seth B.

• We are deeply committed to empowering fathers and strengthening families. Attending your summit would be invaluable for both myself and the fathers we serve. It would provide us with crucial knowledge, resources, and networking opportunities to further enhance our work and positively impact the lives of children and families in Grand Rapids. The fathers in our program are dedicated to being present and responsible parents, and the insights gained from your event would significantly contribute to their journey. Their commitment, coupled with the potential learnings from your summit, aligns perfectly with the stories shared by previous scholarship applicants, highlighting the diverse needs and aspirations of fathers seeking to deepen their involvement. - Samika D., Project GREEN

• I am currently working within MDHHS Children's Services Administration to make systemic changes to our policies, training, and how we collaborate across departments to better engage fathers. I would enjoy the opportunity to obtain knowledge and build partnerships with like-minded community partners, fathers, and organizations. - Regina B.