Data & Surveys
Community-informed data collection that centers father voices and generates credible, actionable evidence.
Fatherhood Impact Survey
The Fatherhood Impact Survey is our primary community data collection instrument. Designed in partnership with fathers, practitioners, and community organizations, it gathers comprehensive information about fatherhood experiences, engagement patterns, barriers to involvement, and support needs across diverse demographic and geographic contexts.
Survey responses directly inform our published research, program design, and policy recommendations. All data is anonymized and stored securely. Participants may withdraw at any time. The survey takes approximately 15–20 minutes to complete.
Your participation strengthens the evidence base that advocates for fathers and families. Every response contributes to a more complete picture of fatherhood in America.
Survey Methodology
- —Developed through iterative community consultation with fathers and practitioners
- —Validated scales combined with novel fatherhood engagement measures
- —Available in English with Spanish translation in progress
- —Accessible on desktop and mobile devices
- —Results aggregated and reported in biannual research briefs
How We Collect Data
In-Depth Interviews
One-on-one interviews with fathers lasting 60–90 minutes, conducted by trained researchers. Interviews explore lived experience, identity, co-parenting dynamics, and systemic barriers with depth that surveys cannot achieve.
Community Surveys
Structured surveys distributed through community partner networks, social service agencies, and program sites. Surveys reach broader populations and enable statistical analysis across demographic groups.
Facilitated Group Sessions
Father's Table dialogues and co-parenting circles generate qualitative data through facilitated group discussion. Session notes and coded transcripts inform research themes and contribute to published insights.
Research Ethics
Our commitment to ethical research practice is foundational, not supplementary.
Informed Consent
All research participants provide voluntary, informed consent before participating. Consent forms are written in plain language, available in multiple formats, and explain how data will be used, stored, and reported.
Data Anonymization
Personal identifying information is removed or pseudonymized at the point of data entry. Published research reports aggregate data and never identify individual participants.
IRB Compliance
Human subjects research conducted by the center follows established Institutional Review Board protocols. We are committed to continuous improvement of our ethical review processes.
Secure Data Storage
All research data is stored in encrypted, password-protected systems with restricted access. Data retention policies comply with ethical standards and participant agreements.
Research at Scale
Our data collection spans multiple years, cities, and methodological approaches.