Springfield, MA – The FiT Program hosted a graduation on June 14th, 2023 at the Hampden County Sheriff’s Department.

Fathers in Trust program (FiT) is a parent education initiative for men ages 16-60 to develop skills central to positive parenting that yields healthy outcomes for children and families. At the core of FiT is the Fatherhood Development Curriculum, written and developed by Dr. Jeffery M. Johnson, in consultation with fathers, trainers, and case managers, and following extensive site visits and observation of trainers and participants. The program helps fathers build and strengthen their parenting skills and bonds with their children and gives them skills and tools to succeed in life.

At the event, graduates took to the podium to share their experiences on how the program has affected their views on fatherhood, with several public speakers joining them.

“ My goal was to be a better individual, period. But I don’t think of this as a parenting class. It taught me patience. That was one of the things I lacked. My goal was to learn something different. I love my kids and understand the importance of family” – said one of the graduates.