PHILIPSBURG:--- Community Development, Family & Humanitarian Affairs (CDFHA) is proud to announce the launch of its second Just for Dads & Men Masterclass. The theme for this year's Masterclass, “Stronger men, stronger families, stronger community,” serves as a powerful and urgent call to action for men to become more resilient, engaged, self-aware, and effective leaders in their families and communities. Further, the free Masterclasses are exclusively for men and take place Saturday, November 1, until Saturday, December 6, 2025, from 4 pm-7 pm in Conference Rooms 1 and 2 in the Government Building. The weekly program will feature interactive sessions, led by dynamic facilitators, on key topics such as:
- Saturday, November 1, 2025:
- Masterclass 1: Navigating masculinity & manhood in the 21st century by Reverend Professor Mr. Courtney Richards
- Saturday, November 8, 2025:
- Masterclass 1: Father wounds by Reverend Professor Mr. Courtney Richards
- Saturday, November 22, 2025:
- Masterclass 1: Co-parenting strategies by Reverend Dr. Nolan Nanton.
- Saturday, November 29, 2025: Rights & Responsibilities
- Masterclass 1: Rights & responsibilities of fathers by Mr. Marciano Geeerd
- Masterclass 2: Cultivating Healthy Romantic Relationships by Mr. Alston Lourens
- Saturday, December 6, 2025:
- *Outdoor Sports Activity at the Boardwalk Sports Park with Monster Factory
Space is limited, and early registration is highly encouraged. This is a unique chance to join a community of men committed to becoming better fathers, mentors, and leaders. Participants who attend at least 80% of the sessions will receive a Certificate of Participation. Registration ends on Wednesday, October 29, 2025. For more information or to register, send us an email at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it., facebook@cdfhasxmgov or call +1721-5204315.