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The home of father-friendly news, thoughts and creative insights from FNS and our guest bloggers. Let us know what you think – and if you’ve got an idea for a blog post you’d like to write for us, get in touch with FNS!

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We're Looking for a Treasurer - Join Our Board

Are you looking for an opportunity to use your financial management skills to improve children’s wellbeing? We are looking for someone to build on years of good financial management while we...

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Dads Survey 2026 - Take Part Today

What’s fatherhood really like for you? Have your voice heard and help us speak up for dads across Scotland!

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Understanding & Supporting Young Men and Dads

Discover how to support young fathers by navigating shifting gender norms, addressing mental health challenges, and reframing fatherhood as a powerful turning point for positive change.

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DADx Series: Tackling Inequalities

Discover how partnerships between the third sector and statutory services are helping to break the cycle of inequality for fathers in both rural and urban settings.

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Journey Into Fatherhood Report

How do dads navigate their journey into fatherhood and what would make that journey easier? 440 dads from across Scotland shared their experiences of becoming a dad. Find out what they had to say.

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Dads' Survey Report 2025

What does fatherhood look like in Scotland today? 440 dads from across Scotland spoke up and shared their experiences on home life, work, relationships, and mental health! Find out what they had to say.

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Time With Dad Report

What does quality time look like for dads and their children? What are their views on digital technology use? What barriers prevent dads from community involvement? Hear directly from over 400 fathers!

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Single Parents Day 2025 – Celebrating the single parent community

Single Parents Day on March 21 is a chance to celebrate the love, resilience, and strength of single parents while challenging the unfair stigma they face.

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Fathers’ Mental Health: Recognising the Signs and Offering Support

Understand the signs and symptoms of mental health challenges in fathers, explore ways health professionals can engage and empower them, and offer practical tips for starting supportive conversations

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Dads' Survey Results 2024

What does fatherhood look like in Scotland today? Over 400 dads from across Scotland spoke up and shared their experiences on home life, work, relationships, and mental health! Find out what they had to say.

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