Social fathering, the missing link in improving men's engagement in childcare in SA
Who are SA's social fathers and what do they actually do?
In the midst of a worldwide crisis of masculinity, South Africans are gearing up to celebrate Father's Day this month. While all children benefit from loving, caregiving relationships with their fathers, it is…
In Western philosophy the concept of "the healing power of nature" dates to the father of medicine, Hippocrates. However, the conviction in the restorative capacity of being connected to nature is reflected also in indigenous knowledge across the world. While modern science delivers ample evidence that nature is good for body, mind and soul, people…
In societies striving towards improved gender equity, enhanced safety and fair opportunities for women and girls, it can be common to overlook the needs and challenges of today's boys. Concerns are rising at the popularity amongst school-age boys of social media influencers who openly and vigorously promote the doctrines of toxic masculinity, including gender-based violence.…
We often tell the legacies of our fathers in the fond stories of what we learnt about life from them. Positive, involved fathers help us to live a life driven by values, and guided by tried-and-true principles. Many fathers adeptly play the roles of coach and motivator, encouraging their children to focus on goals and…