DMV Fatherhood Coalition Continues Annual Tradition of Honoring Local Black Fathers, Dispelling Negative Stereotypes 

The DMV Fatherhood Coalition will honor exemplary Black fathers at their 15th annual Father's Day celebration on June 15 at Union Temple Baptist Church in Southeast D.C. Co-chairs Dr. Franklyn Malone and Tyrone Parker aim to challenge negative stereotypes by recognizing fathers who fulfill their family and community responsibilities. The program acknowledges fathers across multiple categories, with Dr. Chapman Cosby selected as this year's "Father of the Year" for his 42 years of marriage, integrity, and role as a father figure to many. The initiative highlights positive contributions of Black fathers that often go unappreciated in both their communities and broader society.