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Wednesday, June 17, 2026 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm EDT
Presented by Dr. Jawan Burwell, Program Director, Child Development Laboratory, North Carolina A&T State University, and Lead Educational Consultant, JMB Learning Solutions, LLC
Moderated by Stephanie Roselli, Executive Editor, Gryphon House
Sponsored by Gryphon House
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Join Dr. Jawan Burwell for an engaging edWebinar focused on strengthening father engagement and building inclusive partnerships in early childhood education. Based on insights from his upcoming book, Engaging Fathers: Strategies for Inclusive Family Partnerships in Early Childhood, this session explores the critical role fathers play in children’s learning and development while addressing barriers that often prevent fathers—particularly Black fathers and other fathers of color—from feeling welcomed and valued in early childhood settings.
Attendees will gain practical strategies for creating father-friendly environments, fostering authentic family partnerships, and challenging assumptions that may unintentionally limit engagement opportunities. The presentation will also highlight ways educators and administrators can examine policies, communication practices, and classroom culture to ensure all caregivers feel represented and included.
Attendees will leave with actionable tools that can immediately be implemented within programs and classrooms. Learning objectives include identifying barriers to father engagement, understanding the impact of inclusive family partnerships on child outcomes, and developing strategies that promote equitable and meaningful father involvement.
This edWebinar is ideal for educators, administrators, family engagement professionals, and higher education students seeking to build more inclusive early learning communities.
About the Presenter
Dr. Jawan Burwell is the Program Director of the North Carolina A&T State University Child Development Laboratory and the Lead Educational Consultant for JMB Learning Solutions. With more than 15 years of experience in early childhood education, Dr. Burwell is recognized for his work in leadership, family engagement, and advancing inclusive practices within early learning environments. He is also an adjunct instructor, speaker, advocate, and author of Daddy’s Classroom: A Journey of Learning Together and Engaging Fathers: Strategies for Inclusive Family Partnerships in Early Childhood. His work focuses on strengthening partnerships with families, increasing father and male representation in early childhood education, and supporting meaningful learning experiences for children, educators, and communities. Dr. Burwell frequently presents at conferences and events on topics related to father engagement, leadership, equity, and the importance of inclusive family partnerships in early childhood settings.
About the Moderator
Stephanie Roselli is the Executive Editor at Gryphon House, the leading publisher of educational resources for teachers and parents, where she acquires and develops the latest books from today’s top early childhood experts.
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