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Chair Stevens cites research on father engagement and youth outcomes

New York City Council · Sep 24, 2026 · starts 0:00:59 · 30 sec

Drawing on her career in the provider space, Chair Stevens says children with engaged, present fathers experience stronger cognitive and behavioral development, higher self-esteem, and improved academic performance.

Althea V. Stevens

I have spent much of my career in the provider space, directly serving young people and families in my community.

Althea V. Stevens

In that work, I have seen firsthand the connection between strong potential involvement and positive youth development outcomes.

Althea V. Stevens

Research supports that children whose fathers are engaged, present, and active in their lives experience positive youth development outcomes.

Althea V. Stevens

This benefit includes strong cognitive and behavioral development, self-esteem, high self-esteem, and improved academic performance.