The CUNY Fatherhood Academy (CFA) is a free program designed to promote responsible parenting and economic stability for unemployed and underemployed fathers ages 18-28, through education, employment, and personal development. The program provides a range of academic and personal supports including but not limited to the following:

• TASC (High School Equivalency test) preparation classes

• Tutoring

• Individualized counseling

• Parenting seminars

• MTA Metrocards

• Job preparation

The CFA offers two program tracks: HSE Prep and College Prep. Additionally, college and career readiness workshops are offered to prepare participants for college enrollment and identify a career path. Attaining a High School Equivalency (HSE) diploma, enrolling into college, increased familial engagement, and acquiring gainful employment are all essential goals for the participants enrolled in the CFA. The CFA was launched in 2012 at LaGuardia Community College and has since expanded to multiple Hostos Community College and Kingsborough Community College. The University Coordinator of the CFA is Cloe Andrade.

WHO DOES THIS PROGRAM AIM TO SERVE? For fathers aged 18 - 30 years old who want a HSE (GED) diploma or who want to enroll in college.

HAS THIS PROGRAM BEEN SUSPENDED DUE TO COVID-19? Due to COVID-19, in-person classes, meetings and appointments have been suspended or moved online. For updates on CUNY's response to COVID-19, please visit www.cuny.edu/coronavirus. For additional resources to support students impacted by COVID-19, CUNY has provided "CUNY Continuity for Students."

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