About this Event
Dad, Can We Talk?
Dad, Can We Talk? is a free eight-week, trauma-informed, inclusive and non-judgemental programme for fathers and male carers in Wigan.
The programme offers a practical and supportive space to help men strengthen communication, build trust and become the safe person their daughters can talk to.
Who is it for?
Fathers, stepfathers, grandfathers, foster fathers and male foster carers, uncles, and other significant male carers or role models aged 18 or over.
What we will explore
Session 1 — Why This Matters
Session 2 — Puberty Without Panic
Session 3 — Understanding Teenage Emotions
Session 4 — Communication That Builds Trust
Session 5 — Body Confidence and Self-Worth
Session 6 — Friendships, Relationships and Boundaries
Session 7 — Digital Life and Online Safety
Session 8 — The Father-Daughter Legacy
Programme dates
Wednesday 7 October 2026
Wednesday 14 October 2026
Wednesday 21 October 2026
Wednesday 28 October 2026
Wednesday 4 November 2026
Wednesday 11 November 2026
Wednesday 18 November 2026
Wednesday 25 November 2026
All sessions run from 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm.
Venue
The Old Café, Entrance 7, inside The Old Courts
Crawford Street
Wigan
WN1 1NA
Important booking information
One booking reserves one adult place for the complete eight-week programme. Daughters do not attend the weekly sessions.
The programme is free, but advance registration is required. Places are limited to ten participants.
Facilitated by Elisa Albuquerque, Founder and Director of Wildoria CIC, and proudly supported by Wigan Manbassadors.
Event venue & nearby stays
The Old Cafe, Entrance 7, The Old Courts, Crawford Street, Wigan, United Kingdom
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