Fathers Matter: A Conversation with Dads in Yakima County

When: Doors open at 8:30am, event runs 9:00 a.m. to Noon, Saturday April 26, 2025. Free continental breakfast and coffee included.

Where: Yakima Catholic Charities, 5301 Tieton Dr., Yakima WA 98908

Who: Lay and professional leaders, fathers, policy makers, service providers, advocates, philanthropists, and anyone interested in this topic

Join us for this important conversation to:

• Build upon the strengths in our community and spark hope for Dads

• Empower Fathers to share insights about what works and doesn't work for fathers and families

• Learn about the best way as providers to serve Dads in Benton and Franklin Counties

Topics Include: Family law, child support and court system; DCYF and the child welfare system; early childhood and home visiting; mental health, healthcare, and SUD; Employment, WorkSource and education; immigration challenges, and other important topics.

Space is limited to 30 dads and a total of 30 lay and professional leaders, policy makers, providers, advocates, and philanthropists.

Childcare and Spanish interpreters are available. Let us know when you register if you need either.

Participating Dads will be sent an electronic gift card as a thank-you for their time!

Brought to you by: The Department of Health, Catholic Charities of Central Washington, Yakima Valley Farm Workers Clinic, The Loving Father Initiative, Parents as Teachers, Dads Move, The Department of Social and Health Services, The Department of Correctsion, The Department of Commerce, and the Department of Children Youth and Families.

Host or Publisher Washington State Interagency Fatherhood Council