DADs for Life

A movement that inspires, mobilises and involves fathers to be good influences in their children's lives for life.

Illustration of a dad walking with his child through a school gate

The movement

Launched in 2009, DADs for Life is Singapore's national fathers movement and an initiative of Centre for Fathering. It asks fathers to be aware of their role, commit to being good role models, and spend time, acquire tools and bring change to lives.

Find programmes for dads, or read about father groups (opens in a new tab).

Bapa Sepanjang Hayat

Bapa Sepanjang Hayat is a fathering movement for the Malay-Muslim community under Centre for Fathering. BSH Sekolah Bapa, or BSH Father School, offers fathers a place to learn fathering skills and find tools and resources.

Visit BSH Father School (opens in a new tab) or follow Bapa Sepanjang Hayat on Facebook (opens in a new tab).

Appa Valnaal Uravu

Appa Valnaal Uravu began in early 2019 to engage the local Indian community. It aims to boost bonding between Indian fathers and their children and families.

Follow Appa Valnaal Uravu on Facebook (opens in a new tab).

Source: fathers.com.sg (opens in a new tab), checked 2026-10-17. Also checked: Bapa Sepanjang Hayat (opens in a new tab) and Appa Valnaal Uravu (opens in a new tab).