National Center for Fathering Provides DIY Dad Training

Matthew Musheno has served as a senior account executive at Johnson Controls in Atlanta, Georgia, since 1999, where he manages large contractor accounts. Outside of his professional work, Matthew Musheno provides charitable support for the National Center for Fathering. 

Since its founding in 1990, the National Center for Fathering (NCF) has worked to address the issue of fatherlessness across the United States. The NCF, a nonprofit educational organization, engages in scientific research currently focused on three core areas that help men be more engaged in their children's lives: research, resources, and training. 

Training initiatives at the NCF include Train the Trainer, Small Group Programs, and DIY Dad. In addition to free e-books and an extensive resource library, DIY Dad allows fathers to complete a survey known as the Championship Fathering Profile (CFP). This provides fathers with specific feedback and identifies areas of strength and weakness. Moreover, the tool produces a customized action plan that helps men reach their true potential as fathers.

For further information on DIY Dad training and the CFP, visit www.fathers.com.

The Dads of Destiny Small Group Program from NCF

A senior account executive at Johnson Controls, Inc., Matthew Musheno is responsible for meeting client expectations, securing large projects in retrofits and new construction, and managing sales, operations, and project development teams. Outside of work, Matthew Musheno enjoys spending time with his family and supports the National Center for Fathering (NCF).

Since 1990, NCF has been improving the lives of children by establishing a positive fathering legacy. This is accomplished, in part, by the organization’s many training programs, including its small group training. Currently, NCF offers its Dads of Destiny small group training program to current fathers to help them develop the practical skills they need for strengthening their family.

The Dads of Destiny series consists of three six-week courses. The first course, “Dads of Destiny,” covers the topics of assessing personal fathering heritage and learning the I-CANs (involvement, consistency, awareness, and nurturance) of fathering. 

Meanwhile, the second course, “Going the Distance,” focuses on topics such as spiritual equipping, commitment, and support from other fathers, and the third course, “Communicating with Your Family,” deals with handling problems and giving affirmations.

These three courses are designed to stand alone, but they do complement one another when taken together. Each small group of fathers participating in the program are led by an NCF-trained leader and are responsible for choosing when they proceed to each subsequent course in the Dads of Destiny program.

Three Ways to Get Involved with the National Center for Fathering

A senior account executive, Matthew Musheno has worked at Johnson Controls since 1999. During his time with the company he has received numerous awards for his accomplishments, including the Masters of Sales Excellence Award for 13 consecutive years. Beyond his professional responsibilities, Matthew Musheno is a loving father and counts the National Center for Fathering among the organizations he supports.

A nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization, the National Center for Fathering (NCF) was founded in 1990, when it was created to address the economic and social impact of fatherlessness in the United States. Today, it helps children by supporting fatherhood through free parenting materials, training for fathers, and local affiliate groups around the country. Here are three easy ways to get involved with NCF.

1. Help to train other fathers in the local community by joining the Train the Trainer program on fathers.com.

2. Hold a live event or small-group initiative at a church or other community organization with assistance from NCF.

3. Support NCF's online presence by regularly engaging with its social media platforms, including its Facebook, Youtube, and Twitter accounts.

National Center For Fathering's Watch D.O.G.S. Program

Matthew Musheno serves as an account manager for Johnson Controls, Inc. In his position, he is responsible for general contractor accounts, and leads teams of engineers that develop projects. In addition to his professional duties, Matthew Musheno stays involved with several charitable organizations, including the National Center for Fathering.

The National Center for Fathering offers different programs, including the Watch D.O.G.S., which stands for Dads of Great Students. The program involves male figures in a child’s life, such as fathers and uncles that are positive role models. These individuals assist at least one day a year in an activity assigned by their child’s school principal, such as being a crossing guard or working in the lunchroom. 

As more schools begin offering the program, male role models become involved not only in their child’s education, but also help to make environments positive, with less bullying, since there is a great feeling of security throughout the school. The program began in 1998, and is now present in over 40 states and five different countries.