News Releases

WHO:

Kenneth Braswell, Director

National Responsible Fatherhood Clearinghouse

WHAT:

President Obama's Fatherhood Initiative's Fatherhood Buzz – Barbershops will disseminate information about responsible fatherhood and parenting by providing fathers with key tips and strategies to enhance their children's school experiences and start the school year strong.

Participating barbershops are from the cities below and the list is continually growing:

Albany, NY

Miami, FL

Atlanta, GA

Milwaukee, WI

Baltimore, MD

New York, NY

Bear, DE

Philadelphia, PA

Chattanooga, TN

Rock Hill, SC

Chicago, IL

Washington, DC

Los Angeles, CA

WHEN:

Saturday, September 1, 2012

WHERE:

Go to Fatherhood.gov for a list of participating barbershops and community organizations

WHY:

Historically, neighborhood barbershops have served as hubs where men go to discuss issues in the community (family, politics, and health, money and life issues). The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' Administration for Children and Families, Office of Family Assistance, National Responsible Fatherhood Clearinghouse believes that peer education among men is critical in disseminating information about fatherhood and the role of fathers in society.