--- title: "NFI Co-Sponsored Conference Coming Soon: Call for Proposals Open" description: Learn about the the 3rd Regional Fatherhood Conference hosted by The Fatherhood Coalition of Tarrant County and co-sponsored by NFI. image: https://www.fatherhood.org/hubfs/Images/Blog/NFI_Blog_tarrant_confernece.jpg --- [Skip to main content](https://www.fatherhood.org/championing-fatherhood/nfi-co-sponsored-conference-coming-soon#main) - [![NFI mark](https://www.fatherhood.org/hubfs/NFI-Assets/images/NFI%20mark.svg)FATHERHOOD.ORG](https://www.fatherhood.org/) - [STORE.FATHERHOOD.ORG](https://store.fatherhood.org/) [![NFI_logo_blue_left (1) 1](https://www.fatherhood.org/hs-fs/hubfs/NFI-Assets/images/NFI_logo_blue_left%20(1)%201.png?width=149&height=82&name=NFI_logo_blue_left%20(1)%201.png) ![NFI_logo_blue_left (1) 1](https://www.fatherhood.org/hs-fs/hubfs/NFI-Assets/images/NFI_logo_blue_left%20(1)%201.png?width=119&height=65&name=NFI_logo_blue_left%20(1)%201.png) ![NFI_logo_blue_left (1) 1](https://www.fatherhood.org/hs-fs/hubfs/NFI-Assets/images/NFI_logo_blue_left%20(1)%201.png?width=119&height=66&name=NFI_logo_blue_left%20(1)%201.png) ![NFI_logo_blue_left (1) 1](https://www.fatherhood.org/hs-fs/hubfs/NFI-Assets/images/NFI_logo_blue_left%20(1)%201.png?width=89&height=49&name=NFI_logo_blue_left%20(1)%201.png) ](https://www.fatherhood.org) - [How To Build Strong Families](https://www.fatherhood.org/build-strong-families) - [Why Father Inclusion Matters](https://www.fatherhood.org/why-father-inclusion-matters) - Show submenu for Get Involved Get Involved - [Fatherhood Programs](https://www.fatherhood.org/solutions/programs-and-resources) - [Train Your Staff](https://www.fatherhood.org/solutions/staff-training) - [State, County, and City Agency Services](https://www.fatherhood.org/solutions/collaborative-services) Open main navigation Close main navigation - Show submenu for Get Informed Get Informed - [How To Build Strong Families](https://www.fatherhood.org/build-strong-families) - [Why Father Inclusion Matters](https://www.fatherhood.org/why-father-inclusion-matters) - [Father Stats & Infographics](https://www.fatherhood.org/father-absence-statistic) - Show submenu for Get Involved Get Involved - [Fatherhood Programs](https://www.fatherhood.org/solutions/programs-and-resources) - [Train Your Staff](https://www.fatherhood.org/solutions/staff-training) - [State, County, and City Agency Services](https://www.fatherhood.org/solutions/collaborative-services) - Show submenu for Get Started Get Started - [Find Your Stage of Father Inclusion](https://www.fatherhood.org/father-inclusion) - [How Father Friendly Is Your Organization?](https://www.fatherhood.org/father-friendly) - [Get In Touch](https://www.fatherhood.org/get-started) [Store](https://store.fatherhood.org/?hsLang=en) [Get In Touch](https://www.fatherhood.org/get-started) [Store](https://store.fatherhood.org/?hsLang=en) Show submenu for Get Started Get Started - [Fatherhood Data & Statistics](https://www.fatherhood.org/father-absence-statistic) - [How Father Friendly is Your Organization?](https://www.fatherhood.org/father-friendly) - [Other Free Resources](https://www.fatherhood.org/nfi-free-resources) - [Talk With us to Get Started](https://www.fatherhood.org/get-started) National Fatherhood Initiative Blog / [Latest Articles](https://www.fatherhood.org/championing-fatherhood) [NFI News & Updates](https://www.fatherhood.org/championing-fatherhood/topic/nfi-news-updates) # NFI Co-Sponsored Conference Coming Soon: Call for Proposals Open 2 min read ![Melissa Byers](https://www.fatherhood.org/hs-fs/hubfs/Images/melissa_circle_icon.png?width=100&height=100&name=melissa_circle_icon.png) [** Melissa Byers ** ](https://www.fatherhood.org/championing-fatherhood/author/melissa-byers) Melissa is the Chief Marketing Officer at National Fatherhood Initiative® (NFI). Melissa oversees the organization's marketing, communications, graphic design, and product fulfillment functions. [![NFI_Blog_tarrant_confernece](https://www.fatherhood.org/hs-fs/hubfs/Images/Blog/NFI_Blog_tarrant_confernece.jpg?width=452&name=NFI_Blog_tarrant_confernece.jpg)](https://www.tarrantfatherhood.com/engagingfathersconference-829940.html) We have an important announcement to share! The Fatherhood Coalition of Tarrant County (FCTC) in partnership with National Fatherhood Initiative® (NFI) is hosting its [3rd Regional Fatherhood Conference](https://www.tarrantfatherhood.com/engagingfathersconference-829940.html) on the South campus of Tarrant County College on Friday November 9, 2018. The theme, *“Best Practices for Engaging 21st Century Fathers,”* is designed to bring together public and private sector professionals interested in research-based best practices and innovations to engage fathers and support families. **Conference Focus** This 1-day conference will bring together policymakers and practitioners from diverse backgrounds and perspectives—including all levels of government, educators, nonprofit organizations, program administrators, business professionals, and community leaders. The conference will focus on strategies in the following areas: - Reentry - Employment - Education - Social/Emotional Support - Parenting - Other Related Issues Attendees will enjoy concurrent sessions, vendor displays, networking opportunities, and much more! The day will kick-off with a continental networking breakfast and resource exhibitors. Also featured will be award presentations to outstanding local fathers recognized during the Coalition’s Annual Tarrant County Fathers Hall of Fame Luncheon. Conference registration includes admission to the award luncheon. The luncheon will feature entertainment and great food as the FCTC spotlights outstanding fathers making a difference in the lives of their children and the community. **Conference Agenda** **7:00 a.m.** - Registration opens **7:00 a.m. - 8:00 a.m.** - Continental breakfast **8:30 a.m.** - Opening Plenary Session- Robin Y. McDonald, Esq. **9:45 a.m. - 11:00a.m.** - Concurrent Breakout Sessions (TBA)* **11:15 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.** - Fathers Hall of Fame Awards Luncheon **1:00 p.m. - 2:15 p.m.** - Concurrent Breakout Sessions (TBA)* **2:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.** - "Voices of Fathers" Closing Plenary- Felicia Murray, Ph.D **3:45 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.** - Concurrent Breakout Sessions (TBA)* *Concurrent breakout sessions will address the conference theme of engagement in the areas of Marketing, Education, Reentry, Workforce, and Parenting. The full list of conference sessions and speakers will be posted soon. **Call for Proposals: Due Monday Sept. 3, 2018** The FCTC currently seeks proposals for speakers and presentations that match well with the aforementioned conference topics. **Speakers will be accepted from any state and organization.** Proposals are due by Monday, September 3rd. Participants will be notified of selection no later than Sunday, September 30th. Please [click here to fill out the proposal application](https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeTilP2K3_PSEgaaC8qj8bhvdF1OGKllmvEo8DVluNRGkyKVQ/viewform). **Registration Details: Early Bird Registration Until Oct. 5!** Early Bird Registration is just $50 until October 5th! (Plus Eventbrite registration fee.) [Register now](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/best-practices-for-engaging-21st-century-fathers-regional-conference-tickets-46291538237) to attend the “Best Practices for Engaging 21st Century Fathers” Regional Fatherhood Conference! For all inquiries about the conference—such as attending the conference or submitting a proposal—please contact Mervil Johnson of the FCTC via email at [mervil.johnson@workforcesolutions.net](mailto:mervil.johnson@workforcesolutions.net) or via phone at (817) 413-4438. 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