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Young Fathers Project
	In 2007 we established the Young Fathers Project, a pioneering initiative funded by the Big Lottery that helps young fathers and fathers-to-be to develop positive and emotionally sensitive relationships with their children.  The aim of this award winning project is to help new and expectant young fathers aged 14-25 years acknowledge the importance of being a dad and the crucial role they play in the upbringing of their children.  The project offers a targeted support service delivering one to one and group support in which to encourage young fathers to
share experiences and become more involved in their children’s lives. The project is located in Derry and is available on an outreach basis to young fathers in Derry, Strabane and Limavady, offering advocacy and support services to young fathers and their families as well as information and practical support on issues such as housing, parenting, independent living, welfare benefits, training and sexual health.   The Young Fathers Project is a partnership between First Housing, the Western Health & Social Care Trust, Investing for Health and the Big Lottery.  In 2008 we delivered a Fatherhood Programme incorporating a series of training and information workshops on parenting, conflict resolution, lifeskills, health and safety, personal development, self-esteem, sexual health and legal issues relating to the care of children.  2008 saw the ‘Da Project’ receive 2^nd place in the best Charity/Voluntary Project category of the National Lottery Awards. Click here to visit the Young Fathers Website

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