Improving early child development by engaging fathers in Tanzania
Official title: Engaging and Supporting Fathers: A Parenting Intervention to Improve Early Child Development in Tanzania
Funded at Emory University · NIH-10920477 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about helping kids in Tanzania grow and develop better by getting dads more involved in parenting, since most programs usually focus on moms, and it aims to strengthen the bond between fathers and their children.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Emory University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Atlanta, United States) |
| Project start | September 5, 2023 |
| Project end | June 30, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $244,370 |
| NIH project number | 5R00HD105984-04 |
| Project ID | NIH-10920477 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are fathers of children aged 0 to 5 years living in rural areas of Tanzania.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who may not benefit from this research include families where fathers are absent or unable to participate in parenting interventions.
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing early child development outcomes by involving fathers in parenting interventions in Tanzania. It aims to address the gap in existing programs that primarily target mothers, recognizing the unique role fathers play in child-rearing. The approach includes community-based interventions designed to improve the quality of father-child relationships, thereby positively influencing children's development. The research will also involve training to equip the principal investigator with the necessary skills to implement these interventions effectively.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved developmental outcomes for children in Tanzania by fostering better parenting practices among fathers.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown that engaging fathers in parenting interventions can lead to significant improvements in child development outcomes, suggesting a promising approach for this study.
Where this research is happening
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Emory University
Atlanta, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Jeong, Joshua — Emory University
- Study coordinator: Jeong, Joshua
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About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page.