Congratulations Craig!
SAN DIEGO (NEWS 8) ā Being a dad can be a difficult and sometimes a thankless job, but a San Diego law firm is making sure the fathers who have a positive impact on the community do not go unnoticed.
Jason Kreidman is a father of two and the latest recipient of the Menās Legal Centerās āGreat Dadā award.
āIt feels really good to know that people recognize that you are making an effort,ā he said.
Kreidman is also the founder of Dad University. After his second child was born, Kreidman recalls having a lot to figure and learn in fatherhood.
āGiving yourself the ability to make mistakes, guys are very hard on themselves and that is a big thing. I learned to accept the fact I canāt be perfect at everything,ā he said.
In 2012, a parenting class inspired him to start a dadsā meet-up. The meet-ups were followed by a podcast, a dad university and finally, his own YouTube channel.
āThe idea is allow men to talk about it. You can still be masculine. You can still be a āman.ā You are allowed to show emotion, show emotion and be a good parent,ā he said.
The inspiration was noticed by Menās Legal Center which represents fathers and other men who may be fighting a custody battle.
āIf you stay connected, they do better in school, better self-esteem, better health,ā said the Menās Legal Center founder, Craig Candelore.
Candelore said he wants to change fatherless statistics.
Four years ago, the Menās Legal Center started the āGreat Dadsā program ā recognizing single and married fathers.
āI think the Great Dad program is important to acknowledge people. If you want people to emulate you, acknowledge them,ā said Candelore.
āGreat Dadāsā receive a plaque and recognition on social media.
To submit or nominate a āGreat Dadā who is a father, mentor or role model visit: www.menslegal.com/great-dads/.
Read the rest of the article at: https://www.cbs8.com/story/37971436/great-dads-recognizing-inspirational-fathers-in-san-diego
NOTE: the interview was held in our office building and shared conference room.
