Strong Fathers + Strong Families = Stronger Communities
October 7, 2026 @ 8:00AM — 4:00PM Indiana (East) Add to Calendar
Marriott North Hotel - Indianapolis: 3645 River Crossing Pkwy Indianapolis, IN 46240 Get Directions
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Register for our Inaugural Fatherhood Conference
Join Fathers and Families Center for the Inaugural Fatherhood Conference on Wednesday, October 7, 2026, at Indianapolis Marriott North. Guided by the theme Strong Fathers + Strong Families = Stronger Communities, this full-day event will bring together providers, advocates, researchers, workforce partners and community leaders for breakout sessions, panel discussions and practical conversations focused on strengthening fathers, families and communities. Early Bird Registration is $125 through September 1.
Join Fathers and Families Center for the Inaugural Fatherhood Conference on Wednesday, October 7, 2026, at Indianapolis Marriott North.
Guided by the theme Strong Fathers + Strong Families = Stronger Communities, this full-day conference will bring together providers, nonprofit leaders, advocates, researchers, healthcare professionals, workforce partners and community leaders for breakout sessions, panel discussions and practical conversations focused on strengthening fathers, families and communities.
Attendees will hear from keynote speaker Dr. Charles C. Daniels Jr., founder and CEO of Fathers’ UpLift, and connect with leaders working across fatherhood, family support, health, workforce, reentry, policy and community impact.
Early Bird Registration is $125 through September 1. Nonprofit registration is $175 and corporate registration is $250.
Hotel Accommodations
A limited number of rooms have been reserved at Indianapolis Marriott North at a special FFC Conference rate. Rooms are available at the discounted rate through September 23, 2026, or until the room block is filled. Conference registration does not include hotel accommodations. Reserve your room using the FFC Conference booking link.
Schedule at a Glance
The conference will feature three breakout session blocks throughout the day. Attendees will have the opportunity to choose from sessions focused on fatherhood practice, family engagement, reentry, economic stability, health equity, research, policy and community impact. Full session details and room assignments will be shared closer to the event.
8:00 to 9:00 a.m.
Registration, Vendor Tables and Networking
9:00 to 9:15 a.m.
Welcome and Opening Remarks
9:15 to 10:30 a.m.
Opening Keynote with Dr. Charles C. Daniels Jr.
10:30 to 10:45 a.m.
Break and Transition to Sessions
10:45 to 11:45 a.m.
Breakout Session Block 1
12:00 to 12:50 p.m.
Lunch and Networking
1:00 to 2:00 p.m.
Breakout Session Block 2
2:15 to 3:15 p.m.
Breakout Session Block 3 / Featured Panel
3:15-3:30 p.m.
Final Networking Break
3:30 to 4:00 p.m.
Closing Session and Call to Action
Space is limited. Register today.