The 27th Annual International Father and Family Practitioners Conference

Schedule

Sun, 01 Jun, 2025 at 12:30 pm to Tue, 03 Jun, 2025 at 08:00 pm

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Location

The Bethesdan Hotel, Tapestry Collection by Hilton | Bethesda, MD

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Welcome to The 27th Annual International Father and Family Practitioners Conference! Join us for a weekend of learning, networking, and fun at The Bethesdan Hotel, Tapestry Collection by Hilton. Connect with fellow practitioners from around the world and gain valuable insights to enhance your practice. Don't miss this opportunity to grow both personally and professionally in the field of family dynamics. We can't wait to see you there!


Sunday, June 1st

πŸ•‘: 12:30 PM - 01:45 PM
PRE-CONFERENCE: The Responsible Fatherhood Mentoring and Training Academy β€œMen
πŸ•‘: 02:00 PM - 03:15 PM
Concurrent Workshops
πŸ•‘: 03:30 PM - 04:15 PM
Regional Fatherhood Networking
πŸ•‘: 04:30 PM - 05:30 PM
Welcome Reception
πŸ•‘: 05:45 PM - 07:00 PM
Poolside Networking (First 60 registrants)
Monday, June 2nd

πŸ•‘: 08:30 AM - 10:00 AM
Opening Plenary Session: State Approaches and Innovations in Fatherhood

Info: IFC2025 is excited to welcome Commissioner Clarence Carter, who will join us as the first keynote speaker for the upcoming 27th annual International Father and Family Practitioners Conference. His topic, "State Approaches and Innovations in Fatherhood Programs," will kick off the conference, whose theme this year is β€œMaking A Difference for Generations to Come”. With his extensive experience in public service, having served in senior leadership positions under U.S. Presidents George W. Bush and Donald J. Trump, and his dedication to fathers and strengthening families, Commissioner Carter will share valuable insights on "State Approaches and Innovations in Fatherhood Work and practical strategies and innovations in fatherhood programs. Don’t miss the opportunity to hear from one of the leading change agents in this crucial work area!


πŸ•‘: 10:15 AM - 11:30 AM
Opening Plenary Session: State of Responsible Fatherhood Field
πŸ•‘: 12:00 PM - 01:30 PM
Spirit of Fatherhood Hall of Fame Awards Luncheon
πŸ•‘: 01:45 PM - 02:45 PM
Afternoon Plenary Session: Partnering with Community Action Agencies

Info: We are excited to announce that Dr. Jeffery Johnson, CEO of the National Partnership for Community Leadership and Chairman of the Montgomery County, MD Community Action Agency, will give a keynote address on "Partnering with Community Action Agencies - Transforming the Lives of Families and Communities Together." Don't miss this opportunity to hear from a leader who's driving meaningful change for fathers and families by fostering collaboration in communities nationwide!


πŸ•‘: 03:00 PM - 04:30 PM
Concurrent Workshops
Tuesday, June 3rd

πŸ•‘: 07:45 AM - 09:00 AM
Plenary: NPCL Opportunity Network for ProgramEvaluation and Sustainability

Info: The IFC organizing committee is pleased to announce a panel discussion on "Fatherhood Program Evaluation and Sustainability, Charting the Course for Long-Term Success". Dr. Jeffery Johnson will lead a panel discussion of field experts, Dr. Matthew Alemu, Dr. Raifu O. Opening Plenary Session: NPCL Opportunity Network for Program Evaluation and Sustainability, Charting the Course for Long-Term SuccessDurodoye Jr., Dr. Jason C. Snipes, Dr. Darius D. Taylor and Dr. Herbert Turner III, who will share expert insights into measuring the effectiveness of fatherhood programs to ensure their long-term impact. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn strategies for evaluating and sustaining successful fatherhood initiatives!


πŸ•‘: 09:15 AM - 10:30 AM
Concurrent Workshop
πŸ•‘: 10:45 AM - 12:00 PM
Concurrent Workshops
πŸ•‘: 01:30 PM - 02:30 PM
A Year 1 Reflection of the Award Winning and Highly Acclaimed Documentary

Info: We are thrilled to announce that Ms. Angela Patton and Mr. Chad Morris will deliver a keynote address on "A Year 1 Reflection on the Award-Winning and Highly Acclaimed Documentary: Daughters." Join us as they share their powerful insights and reflections on this transformative documentary, exploring its impact and the ongoing conversation about empowering daughters and their incarcerated or soon-to-be-released fathers. Don’t miss this inspiring session with two of the documentary's key voices!


πŸ•‘: 02:45 PM - 05:45 PM
Day On the Hill
πŸ•‘: 06:30 PM - 08:00 PM
Dinner 2025 Favorite Fathers Recognition and Awards Ceremony
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The Bethesdan Hotel, Tapestry Collection by Hilton, 8120 Wisconsin Avenue, Bethesda, United States

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