TATOvia – a father's path

Welcome to a space for brave fathers and thriving families

We walk alongside fathers, mothers and children through games, conversations, adventures and serving others. We believe character isn’t raised through rules — it is shaped by experience, courage and love.

Upcoming events

Vision

We dream of a world where parenting is not a burden but an adventure.

Where fathers lead their children with heart, mothers are seen and heard, and children grow up in a safe space of respect, love and responsibility.

Family as a living community, where values are lived not only through words but through deeds.

TATOvia – a father's path and viaFAMILIA – a family's path are civic associations inviting men and families on a journey of deep relationships, value‑based parenting and growth.

Events

Upcoming events

Full events calendar

Fathers’ Trust Circle (DEMO)

  • 12 Nov 2026, 19:00
  • Spišská Nová Ves
  • Fathers

An evening gathering of fathers – conversation, sharing experience and a challenge for the month. Demo event — edit or delete it in the admin.

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Mission

We create a space where:

  1. 1

    Fathers discover the strength of conscious, present and courageous fatherhood

  2. 2

    Families build relationships through shared experiences, play, conversation and serving others

  3. 3

    Children grow up surrounded by values, empathy and responsibility

  4. 4

    The community supports every parent on their personal and family journey

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Values that guide us

Respect

We listen without judging. We build relationships on trust and respect.

Growth

We seek challenges that teach and transform us. Every step matters.

Presence

We live in the moment. For our child, partner, community. Undistracted, attentive.

Service

We help others and teach children that compassion is an active form of love.

Responsibility

We lead towards conscious parenting. We understand that decisions shape the future.

Courage

We aren’t afraid to admit a mistake, step out of our comfort zone or start again.

“Character doesn’t grow from random words, but from concrete deeds.”

About us

How character is shaped

Through play

  • Cooperation, honesty, courage — a game is a small world for training a big heart
  • Children learn patience, fairness and handling emotions in a safe environment

Through conversation

  • Conversation opens up empathy, self‑reflection and honesty
  • It teaches us to listen, admit weakness and share what we feel

Through helping others

  • Service is a living form of upbringing — a family helps because it believes good matters
  • Through volunteering children learn humility, compassion and belonging
Parents and children spending time together in nature

Events

Programmes & activities

  • Family experiences

    Nature trips, camps, creative workshops, offline days

  • Fathers' gatherings

    Trust circles, mentoring, challenges, workshops

  • Serving communities

    Helping seniors, gifts for those in need, park clean‑ups

  • Learning activities

    “Virtues in practice”, family compass, personal growth for parents

  • Podcast & video talks

    “A Father’s Path” – wise stories, challenges, courage

Family compass

Family values compass

We help families create their own “compass” — a tool for discovering, developing and strengthening their unique values.

More about the family compass
  1. 1Create your family identity
  2. 2Choose the values you want to live
  3. 3Plan a concrete activity for each value
  4. 4Once a month, sit down together and ask: How far have we come?

Join us

  • Join our trips, challenges, workshops or volunteering
  • Listen to our podcast “A Father’s Path”
  • Follow us on social media — take part in the challenges
  • Become a member, partner or supporter of the mission

Partnerships & cooperation

We work together with:

  • Parent & child centres
  • Schools and parishes
  • Psychologists, coaches, educators
  • Local municipalities

Want to be part of the change? Get in touch — together we shape generations.

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Invitations to fathers’ trips and weekends with the kids, challenges for dads and inspiration from a father’s path.

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Contact

Have a question, an idea, or want to cooperate? Write to us.

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