The Program

Native American Fatherhood & Families Association (NAFFA) has an inspiring program, Fatherhood is Sacred,^SM expanding to serve families across the country. The program is designed to unite and support Native men in sharing the ultimate goal – to have a happy and safe family. Celebrating the rich heritage of Native Americans, the program elevates Fatherhood to its proper position as a Sacred role in family life. Men entering the Fatherhood program develop moral character and integrity as they learn to use the enduring principles forming the core of Native American beliefs.

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The men are introduced to the shared vision of having a happy and safe family, and to understand that realizing such a vision begins within them. Once men are offered this deeper understanding of fathering, they are introduced to the five core principles upon which the Fatherhood is Sacred^SM program is built: Creator, Choice, Teachable, Wisdom, and Service.

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Phase II equips the men to become stronger fathers by contributing economically, socially, emotionally, and spiritually to the well being of the family and community. NAFFA collaborates to strongly advocate for anyone who completes Phase I by working with institutions of higher education, the judicial system, and other government agencies – both on and off the reservations.

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NAFFA recognizes and is sensitive to the newness of the Native American Fatherhood movement. We continually develop new curricula, materials, and activities to proactively meet the ongoing and unique needs of fathers.