Why do Fathers Matter? with Lereko Mfono

Send us Fan MailIn recent years organizations have been at the forefront of addressing fathers' absence and involvement in South African families. One of the organizations leading this cause is Heartlines through their vital and wide-reaching initiative #FathersMatterZA.  Lereko Mfono joins me  to discuss the impact of their work with men in various communities around the country.  We discuss the importance of knowing your father's story pointing out the need for affirmation and upholding the father's voice in the family. With finances or lack thereof causing a lot of conflicts and breakdowns in relationships, we unpack the barriers fathers face in providing for their children including how fathers can provide beyond finances. Lereko highlights the magical experience of becoming a father and shares some insights into "attachment theory" and how bonding with your child from an early age can benefit them and positively impact on men's mental health.We end our discussion with an overview of the six-part series launching on Sunday 17 September at 20:00 on SABC2.   My guest, Lereko Mfono started acting when he was in primary school at a drama society situated in the Vaal, called the Vereeniging Operatic and Dramatic Society. He holds an advanced diploma in applied drama from the University of the Witwatersrand, specialises in writing and acting in plays designed for children. He is now the Project Coordinator for Fathers Matter. He is a multifaceted creative, with a background in drama, writing and facilitation. He is passionate about the transformation of mindsets through story and media. Please don't forget to Subscribe to gain access to all our podcasts. If you enjoy the show please share it with friends and family to help us grow and be part of our brother's evolution as men . Thank you for your support.Connect with Heartlines:Website: Fathers Matter Facebook: FathersMatterZA Fathers Matter Film Series:https://www.heartlines.org.za/fathers-matter/filmsResources for fathers:https://www.heartlines.org.za/fathers-matter/resourcesArticle; Gogo MHope you are enjoying the conversation so far. Remember to take note of things that stand out to you while listening and take a moment to reflect in your own time or discuss this with some friends over some drinks, a meal or relaxing activity of your choice. Thank you for tuning into Manned Up Conversations. Please subscribe to help grow the platform, you can also find us on YouTube if you prefer video and don't forget to share your comments, insights or questions.Support the showSign up for Ain't Heavy, My Brother - A Workshop in Support of Grieving Men on [email protected] To Our Campaign with Love Your Nuts Foundation To Raise Testicular Cancer AwarenessVisit our site to explore our work:website: www.mannedupconvos.com