Barriers to Equal Parenting – webinar

16th October 2025 | 10am to 11am

UK fathers still face huge challenges when it comes to balancing work and family life. Despite progress, the UK offers the lowest statutory paternity leave in Europe and stigma, financial barriers, and lack of employer support remain widespread.

Join Working Families, along with partners Parenting Out Loud and The Dad Shift, for a powerful conversation on how employers can play a leading role in changing this picture.

Have a first look at the results of brand-new research from Working Families, in partnership with Wates and Parenting Out Loud, shining a spotlight on the barriers faced by working dads today.

Hear from award-winning employers and thought leaders on how supporting dads benefits business, family life, and workplace culture.

Our panel includes:

• George Gabriel, Co-founder, The Dad Shift
• Squadron Leader Jenny Munro, RAF (Winner, Best for Fathers Award 2025)
• Kathy Jones, CEO, The Fatherhood Institute
• Nick Jones, Group Strategy Director, Wates
• Rebecca Jones, Head of Research, Working Families

Why attend?

• Be among the first to access brand-new national research into working dads
• Understand the barriers facing working fathers today
• Learn from leading employers recognised for best practice
• Gain insights into practical steps you can take in your workplace
• Receive our brand-new Fathers’ Toolkit and a recording of the session