Affirming Fatherhood Conference 2026 - Fatherhood: Built to Protect

Join us for an unforgettable day designed to inspire, equip, and empower fathers. Come discover what it means to be Built to Protect!
About this Event

The Affirming Fatherhood Conference celebrates the vital role fathers and father figures play in building healthy families and stronger communities.

Join us for an unforgettable day designed to inspire, equip, and empower fathers!

Who should attend?

• Fathers and father figures
• Professionals serving families
• Advocates and community leaders
• Supporters of positive fatherhood

What to expect

• Dynamic keynote speakers
• Interactive workshops
• Real conversations for fathers, mentors, and leaders
• Practical tools to put into action

Why attend?

Walk away inspired, equipped, and empowered to make a lasting impact in the lives of children and families.

Cost: $75

Fathers are heroes. Come discover what it means to be Built to Protect

Doors open at 8:00 am for light refreshments and networking

Hotel Accomodation (for out-of-town guests)

• Hampton Inn & Suites Tampa/Ybor City/Downtown
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Agenda

🕑: 08:00 AM
Registration
🕑: 08:15 AM - 09:00 AM
Light refreshments/Networking
🕑: 09:00 AM - 09:25 AM
Greetings/Ice Breaker
🕑: 09:30 AM - 10:15 AM
Speaker Jeff Mortensen - "Effects of Screens on Children’s Eyes"
🕑: 10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
Speaker Detective, HCSO - "Human Trafficking Tools to Protect your Family"
🕑: 11:35 AM - 12:00 PM
Speaker Rod Z, Comedian - “Laughter is Protection”
🕑: 12:05 PM - 01:05 PM
Lunch
🕑: 01:05 PM - 01:30 PM
Networking
🕑: 01:30 PM - 02:00 PM
AFC Hall of Fame/TEAM Dad Graduation
🕑: 02:05 PM - 02:40 PM
Speaker Honorable Judge Daryl Manning, "Transforming Fathers, Families"
🕑: 02:45 PM - 03:00 PM
Raffle/Survey/Pledge