The myth of absent Black fathers means we have the opportunity to bring Black fathers together to address educational policy issues.

Fathers & Figures: Black Men’s Listening Sessions

In partnership with mission-driven organizations, we’re elevating the voices of BIPOC men across the Dallas–Fort Worth area through dynamic listening sessions designed to ignite change. These are energizing spaces where Black and Brown men can speak truth, share wisdom, and spark solutions that reimagine what’s possible for students of color in under-resourced schools.

More than conversations, these sessions are catalysts—safe, powerful, and authentic community engagement activities. Each gathering celebrates the leadership of men whose presence is essential to student success. Together, we’re building a bold network of changemakers committed to one mission: ensuring every student doesn’t just make it through school but soars in every classroom and every community.

Black fathers (78%) were also more likely to eat meals with their children every day compared with white (74%) and Hispanic fathers (64%).
Past research shows Black fathers are more involved in their children's lives compared to other groups--challenging the absent Black father myth.
Black fathers (41%) in the home were also more likely to help their children with homework every day compared with Hispanic (29%) or white (28%) fathers.