We are looking for Fathers with lived experience navigating DCYF and other systems such as but not limited to, child support and family court to join us in making change.

Use your voice to help change the child welfare system through supporting fathers in Rhode Island. Established in 2019, we started the work and now we strive to accomplish more.

All you need to be a part of the group is your determination to lead and have lived experience as A FATHER who has navigated the above-mentioned systems.

Please fill out the form below. Thank you for your interest!

Name *

First Name

Last Name

Email *

Do you still have an open case with DCYF? *

Yes

Check all that apply *

Adoptive Father

Biological Father

Supportive Father (Ex. Kinship)

Foster Father

What interests you in being a Father Leader of the Rhode Island Fatherhood Initiative? *

What are your areas of interest? *

Co-Facilitating Father 2 Father support groups

Representing fathers at a legislative level

Working with inter-state agencies and departments in our steering committee

We will contact you if selected and set up an interview. When works best for you? *

Mornings

Afternoons

How did you hear about RIFI? *

Thank you! We will contact you if selected. We appreciate you taking the time to apply.

If you have any questions please contact Christian Nunez or call 401-467-6855.

a subsidiary of Parent Support Network and state chapter of Prevent Child Abuse America since 2017

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Resources

Educational Materials
Family Resource Guide
Report Abuse