Daubeney
Children & Family Hub

Father Friendly Borough

Father Friendly Borough is about making Hackney a place where dads feel seen, supported and part of their child’s journey from day one.


Get in touch

Join our Whatsapp community and connect with like-minded dads, share your experiences, and be a part of our supportive community! 

You can also get free, confidential 1-to-1 support from Aaron, our Father Friendly Borough facilitator. 

Contact Aaron on 0208 3564 182 or at aaron.charles@hackney.gov.uk to join.


Fathers Circles

We work with local dads to create spaces where they can connect, talk openly about mental health, share ideas on how services can be more welcoming for men, and learn simple ways to build strong bonds with their babies.


Coffee mornings for new and expectant fathers

Bring your baby, meet other dads, build community, and enjoy a coffee on us!

Every Wednesday from 10am to 12pm at Espresso Hut E9 6DF


Become an Expert by Experience: Help Shape a Father Friendly Hackney

We’re looking for local dads to help make our services more inclusive and father-friendly, creating a community where dads feel heard, supported and valued.

You’ll:

  • Share your experiences to improve local services
  • Join workshops and activities with other dads
  • Review resources and spaces to make them more welcoming for fathers
  • Encourage other dads to get involved


What you'll get:

  • Vouchers for every activity you take part in
  • Free training and wellbeing sessions
  • The chance to make a lasting difference for dads and families in Hackney


Contact Aaron on 0208 3564 182 or at aaron.charles@hackney.gov.uk to find out more.