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As part of the Family Hubs Programme, this service will provide support to approximately 40 young fathers/non-birthing people per year in a way that meets their needs. Young fathers/non-birthing people aged between 16 and 25.
The service will deliver specialist peer support during the perinatal period with a mental wellbeing focus through the Family Hubs programme to young fathers/non-birthing people in County Durham who are identified as vulnerable to achieve the following:
⢠Enhance parenting practice and improve relationships.
⢠A greater sense of self-worth, self-confidence, and self-esteem.
⢠Building self-reliance and resilience.
⢠Reduce social isolation, build effective peer support networks and a greater sense of belonging.
⢠Acquire new knowledge and skills relevant to future employability and career progression.
⢠Be empowered to voice their needs and wishes and be involved in important decisions that affect their future and the lives of their children.
⢠Identify and overcome barriers.
⢠Campaign effectively to improve service provision and practice.
⢠Challenge negative perceptions of young men and boys in wider society.
⢠Identify and access wider help from other services and professionals.
⢠Instil a passion for life-long learning by reconnecting young men with education.
⢠'Lead from the front' and direct the charities work and vision.
| Supplier | Identifier | Award Value | Cross-References |
|---|---|---|---|
| North East Young Dads and Lads | - | £283,500 | - |