Fathers Reaching Out
Our services include keynote speaking, training, and consultancy campaigns aimed at enhancing fathers' mental health.
About Fathers Reaching Out
Founder Mark Williams BCAh FRSA
Mark Williams is a leading advocate for fathers' mental health, a published author, and an international keynote speaker.
As the founder of the Global Paternal Mental Health Partnership and International Father’s Mental Health Day, he works globally to enhance recognition, policy, and support for fathers' mental health.
His significant co
Mark Williams is a leading advocate for fathers' mental health, a published author, and an international keynote speaker.
As the founder of the Global Paternal Mental Health Partnership and International Father’s Mental Health Day, he works globally to enhance recognition, policy, and support for fathers' mental health.
His significant contributions to fathers reaching out for help have earned him accolades such as the Welsh Pride of Britain Award (2012), a Points of Light Award from the Prime Minister (2019), and the British Citizen Award at Westminster (2023), among many others.
Mark has spoken at Westminster and featured on television and radio worldwide, collaborating with professionals to strengthen families and reduce suicide rates, thereby promoting men's mental health.
He is also an ambassador for Mothers Matter Cymru and initiated the MBU Wales reopening campaign, emphasizing that every parent should be supported, reflecting his commitment to paternal mental health and the importance of men's mental health.
He is also an ambassador for Mothers Matter Cymru and initiated the MBU Wales reopening campaign, emphasizing that every parent should be supported, reflecting his commitment to paternal mental health and the importance of men's mental health.
Keynote Speaker
Since 2012, Mark Williams has spoken at healthcare, business, and annual conferences throughout the UK and overseas, sharing powerful insights on fathers mental health and the critical importance of paternal mental health.
His discussions often emphasize the need for fathers reaching out to address men's health issues, including the impact of lived experiences and social influence.
Professional Training
Professional Training
We provide evidence-informed keynote speaking, training, and consultancy designed to assist organizations in developing inclusive and effective strategies to improve fathers' mental health, promote fathers reaching out, and enhance family wellbeing along with early intervention outcomes.
Our focus includes addressing paternal mental healt
We provide evidence-informed keynote speaking, training, and consultancy designed to assist organizations in developing inclusive and effective strategies to improve fathers' mental health, promote fathers reaching out, and enhance family wellbeing along with early intervention outcomes.
Our focus includes addressing paternal mental health issues and raising awareness of Mark Williams' substantial contributions to fathers' mental health and men's health.
Support Fathers Reaching Out's Mission
Campaigning
High suicide rates indicate that fathers experiencing perinatal mental health problems are up to 47% more likely to be rated as a suicide risk than at any other time in their lives.
This highlights the critical need to address fathers' mental health, as emphasized by Mark Williams in discussions about fathers mental health. Encouraging fathers reaching out for support during this crucial period is essential for improving men's health and well-being, particularly in the context of paternal mental health.
Westminster
A UK study conducted in Wales from 2002 to 2021 revealed that 107 fathers died by suicide during their baby's first 1,001 days, in stark contrast to just 16 mothers.
This alarming statistic emphasizes the critical importance of addressing fathers' mental health, especially during the early stages of parenthood. Initiatives such as 'Mark Williams Fathers Mental Health' underscore the necessity for fathers reaching out for support, as paternal mental health is vital for the well-being of both parents and their children.
Focusing on men's mental health is essential for promoting healthier family dynamics.
Welsh Government Success
Approximately 1 in 10 fathers experience depression during pregnancy and early parenthood, highlighting the importance of addressing fathers' mental health.
Sadly, many fathers are never asked about their emotional well-being, and advocates like Mark Williams emphasize that the rates of paternal mental health issues could be even higher. By encouraging fathers reaching out for support, we can significantly enhance men's health during this crucial transition.
Media
Fathers may engage less, play less, and use harsher discipline, which can negatively impact a child's emotional and behavioral development.
Fathers Mental Health is crucial in this dynamic, as fathers struggling with mental health issues often face challenges that affect their confidence and ability to connect with their children. As Mark Williams emphasizes regarding Fathers Mental Health, it's essential for these dads to consider Fathers Reaching Out for support.
By taking proactive steps towards improving Mens Health, fathers can foster positive changes in their parenting and overall well-being, ultimately benefiting their Paternal Mental Health.
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Awareness, Action and Networking
International Fathers Mental Health Day ( June) is a global awareness day highlighting the emotional wellbeing of fathers. It encourages open conversations, improves support, and recognises the vital role dads’ mental health plays in family wellbeing and child development.
High suicide rates indicate that fathers experiencing perinatal mental health problems are up to 47% more likely to be rated as a suicide risk than at any other time in their
#HowAreYouDad
How Are You, Dad? is a powerful and compassionate film exploring the often-hidden mental health struggles of fathers. Through lived experience, real voices, and emotional honesty, the film asks a simple but rarely asked question: how are fathers really coping?
It shines a light on paternal mental health, perinatal depression, identity, suicide risk, and the impact on families—calling for understanding, support, and change.
Get Involved
High suicide rates indicate that fathers experiencing perinatal mental health problems are up to 47% more likely to be rated as a suicide risk than at any other time in their lives. This highlights the critical need to address fathers' mental health, as emphasized by Mark Williams in discussions about fathers mental health. Encouraging fathers reaching out for support during this crucial period is essential for improving men's health and well-being, particularly in the context of paternal mental health.
Dr Jane Hanley - Mentor and Friend since 2011
Our History
My work in fathers’ mental health has been shaped by a long-standing collaboration with Jane. Dr Jane Hanley has helped me we challenge the invisibility of dads in perinatal mental health through research, publishing, training, and campaigning. This work contributed to father-inclusive practice, policy influence, and the creation of International Fathers Mental Health Day and the #HowAreYouDad campaign.
Dr Jane hanley is a leading perinatal mental health academic and author, recognised for championing inclusive, evidence-based support that improves outcomes for parents, babies, and families.