Fatherhood in Focus: Patrick Shaw’s Journey from Struggle to Leadership

Send us a textIn this compelling episode of the Thorn City Syndicate Spotlight Show, host Na’eem Hall sits down with Patrick Shaw, the founder of We Are 4 Fathers, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to advocating for, healing, and motivating fathers. As a single divorced father, Patrick shares his personal journey, the inspiration behind his organization, and the crucial role of fatherhood, financial literacy, holistic healing, and community empowerment in shaping the lives of Black and Brown men.  Patrick’s insights shed light on the challenges fathers face, including navigating co-parenting, breaking generational cycles, and building financial stability, while also discussing ways to engage men in positive, community-driven solutions.  Key Highlights: ✅ The origin story of We Are 4 Fathers and Patrick’s journey as a single father  ✅ The importance of fatherhood and its impact on children’s lives  ✅ How financial literacy empowers fathers to create generational wealth  ✅ The intersection of holistic healing, fatherhood, and mental well-being ✅ Strategies to engage Black and Brown men in community-driven solutions  ✅ Ways to break negative cycles and redefine modern fatherhood  ✅ Insights on reducing violence, drugs, and systemic barriers About Our Guest:  Patrick Shaw is a dedicated advocate for fathers' rights, financial literacy, and holistic healing. His nonprofit, We Are 4 Fathers, is committed to empowering fathers through mentorship, resources, and community support. He has been featured on the Dirty Rose podcast and is actively working to strengthen fatherhood representation in underserved communities.   Learn more about Patrick Shaw & We Are 4 Fathers:   Website: [WeAre4Fathers.org] (https://weare4fathers.org)   Email: patrick@weare4fathers.org   Instagram: [@iv_fathers] (https://www.instagram.com/iv_fathers)  Call to Action:  Join the Movement! Support We Are 4 Fathers and help uplift fathers in our communities. Visit [weare4fathers.org] (https://weare4fathers.org) to donate, volunteer, or connect.   Subscribe & Share! If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe to the Thorn City Syndicate Spotlight Show and leave a review! Follow us for more inspiring interviews with community leaders, entrepreneurs, and changemakers.   Follow Thorn City Syndicate:   Instagram: [@thorncitysyndicate](https://www.instagram.com/thorncitysyndicate)   Twitter: [@thorncitypodcastguy](https://twitter.com/thorncitypodcastguy)   Facebook: [facebook.com/thorncitysyndicate](https://facebook.com/thorncitysyndicate)   LinkedIn: [linkedin.com/in/naeemhall](https://linkedin.com/in/naeemhall)   Listen & Watch the Full Episode Now! ️   Powered by Thorn City Syndicate Management — the ecosystem for creators & entrepreneurs. Watch the show: YouTube.com/@ThornCitySpotlight Follow the movement: @ThornCitySyndicate Join the Founding 7: ThornCitySyndicate.com