By Jed Lanyon
Father’s support program Dads Group Inc. will be hosting their Man with a Pram father’s day fundraiser at Healesville Sanctuary on Saturday 1 September.
Man with a Pram is a community event for fathers, mothers, infants, children and grandparents that includes a pram walk for new fathers and their infant as well as activities for mums and their friends.
Dads Group Inc. aims to connect new fathers and families in the local community so they can share their experiences, make new friends and enjoy healthier and happier lives together.
Event organiser Aladdin Jones shared his experience with the Upper Yarra Dads Group.
“I joined Dads Group Inc. earlier this year and it just felt like a good kind of alignment.”
Mr Jones said he has been working with men and families for nearly 20 years as a family therapist.
“I’m really passionate about supporting new dads… It’s also a way of raising awareness around the importance of engaging men in family life but also part of changing the culture around healthy masculinity.”
“I’m looking forward to having a really great day with some of the group members… and putting out a really good, positive message to the community.”
“My hope is that an annual father’s day event happens here at the sanctuary… and I hope it engages dads to come here with their kids throughout the year.”
Visitors to the Man with a Pram event can enjoy a barbecue lunch and music.
Visit the Upper Yarra Dads Group Facebook page for more information about the event.
For more information about Dads Group Inc. visit: https://dadsgroup.org/
