Who We Are

The Illinois Council on Responsible Fatherhood is a state commission established by the Illinois State Legislature to promote the positive involvement of both parents in the lives of their children.

Our Mission

The mission of the Illinois Council on Responsible Fatherhood is to significantly increase the number of children in Illinois that grow up with a responsible father in their lives. We aim to accomplish this goal through:

1) Raising public awareness of the impact of father absence on children.

2) Assisting state agencies and other service providers the resources they need to promote responsible fatherhood.

3) Reforming perceptions within state agencies and other service providers regarding the role of fathers as parents.

4) Advocating for programs, policies and legislation that will encourage the positive involvement of fathers.