Summary
In this episode of the Fathering Strong podcast, host Eli Williams engages with Glenn Harris, the Director of Prevention for the Ohio Domestic Violence Network. They discuss Glenn's personal journey into fatherhood, the importance of domestic violence awareness, and the role fathers can play in preventing domestic violence. Glenn shares insights on modeling healthy relationships, the significance of addressing rigid gender roles, and the need for bystander intervention to combat domestic violence. The conversation also touches on the often-overlooked issue of male victims of domestic violence and the broader implications of family dynamics in abusive situations.
Takeaways
- Eli Williams introduces Glenn Harris and the podcast's focus on fatherhood.
- Glenn shares his unique experience as a young father without his biological father's guidance.
- The importance of engaging men in domestic violence prevention work is highlighted.
- Domestic Violence Awareness Month aims to raise awareness about the severity of domestic violence.
- Fathers can model healthy relationships to influence their children's views on relationships.
- Glenn emphasizes the need to challenge rigid gender roles in parenting.
- Promoting equality across gender and race is crucial in parenting.
- Bystander intervention can help prevent domestic violence before it escalates.
- Male victimization in domestic violence is a growing concern that needs attention.
- The conversation concludes with a call to action for fathers to be role models.
For more information on Glenn Harris and the work he is doing with domestic violence prevention, go to www.ohman-ohio.org,
