The project was launched by the charity, formerly known as NCH, due to the under-representation of fathers among children's centres in north Solihull. Since focusing on the needs of fathers, the project has reached more than 500 dads and male carers. Action for Children said the work helped improve fathers' self-esteem, social skills and interactions between them and their children.
David Bartlett, services manager at the Fatherhood Institute, said: "This represents a challenge to commissioners and service providers around the country."
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