FOR TEEN FATHERS

BCIU’s ELECT Fatherhood Initiative aims to increase awareness of the importance of fathers in the lives of their children, foster better relationships among fathers, their children and their families, and strengthen the family bond.

The program also assists young fathers in establishing and/or increasing visitation with their child.

Fathering support group
Instruction in anger management and conflict management
Self-discipline instruction
Child health and safety instruction
Life-skills training and family budgeting
Helping participants to establish paternity, if needed
Job readiness and job search component
Mentoring, tutoring, and homework assistance
Social skills and improving relationships

Students meet with case managers biweekly or more frequently if needed.