Midwest Evaluation & Research

This study checked if a program called Fatherhood Works helps fathers and father figures in Central Texas become better parents and partners. About 395 adults took part. Researchers looked at changes in parenting, co-parenting, and job-related attitudes after the program.

This study looked at whether the AVANCE-Houston Building Futures program helps at-risk, homeless, and incarcerated youth aged 14-18 improve their relationship skills and attitudes. Researchers measured changes in how teens handle partner relationships and parenting behaviors. The…

This study looked at whether adding 10 hours of domestic violence prevention to a standard fatherhood program helps dads become better parents and partners. About 748 fathers in Dallas took part. The goal was to see if the extra lessons improve parenting, co-parenting, and partne…

This study looked at whether a program called ReadyforLIFE helps at-risk high school students in Imperial Valley, California, build healthier relationships and manage money better. Over 1,000 teens took part, and researchers checked their skills and attitudes one year later. The …

This study looked at whether a program called Dad Corps FIRE helps fathers become better parents and manage money. About 444 fathers in San Diego took part. Researchers measured changes in parenting, co-parenting, and financial behaviors after the program.

This study tested two ways of delivering the TYRO Couples program to 820 incarcerated adults who were within 9 months of release. One group received the program in person, while the other used an on-demand format. Researchers wanted to see if the delivery method affected employme…

This study looked at a program called the Family Champions Project, which offers classes to low-income fathers and mothers to improve family relationships and financial stability. Over 1,100 parents took part. Researchers wanted to see if a step-by-step quality improvement proces…

This study looked at whether a standard or shorter class schedule helps low-income adults in Houston learn skills for better parenting, relationships, and money management. Over 1,400 adults took part. Researchers measured changes in behavior and attitudes one year after the prog…

This study tested a program called All in Dads! that helps fathers improve their relationships with their children and the mothers of their children, reduce family conflict, and become more financially stable. Over 700 fathers in Ohio took part. The program offered parenting clas…