Flipping the Script: Why Women Hold the Key to Unlocking Involved Fatherhood

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This Women’s Month, Heartlines is challenging the narrative—not by shifting focus from women, but by empowering them to activate one of the most powerful forces in a child’s life: an engaged father.

Join Sam Marshall in a crucial conversation with Zamabonga Mojalefa from Heartlines, the social change organization behind the groundbreaking #FathersMatter campaign, as they explore:

What You’ll Discover:
✔️ The Shocking Stat: 60% of South African children grow up without their biological fathers at home—and what that really means for our society.
✔️ The Toolkit for Women: How mothers, grandmothers, and aunts can encourage—not gatekeep— positive male presence, easing their own burden and strengthening families.
✔️ Beyond Biology: Why "fathers" include uncles, grandfathers, coaches, and community men—and how they fill critical gaps.
✔️ The WhatsApp Lifeline: Heartlines’ secret weapon? A free, 24/7 coaching service (060 058 2107) that’s guiding scared, unsure dads through everything from tummy time to emotional support.

Why This Matters Now:
With rising teen pregnancies, substance abuse, and GBV, the question isn’t "Where are the women?" but "Where are the men?"—and how can women help them step up?

🔗 Act Now:
Save the number: 060 058 2107
Visit: fathersmatter.org.za

This isn’t about blame—it’s about balance. Tune in to learn how shared care isn’t a loss of power, but a gain for everyone.

#FathersMatter #SharedParenting #WomensMonth #Heartlines #ParentingRevolution #TheSocialImpactShow #919fm #Socialtv.co.za
19 Aug English South Africa Business · Non-Profit

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