Rooted in Presence Data
Introduction
Rooted in Presence is more than a belief—it’s an active study gathering real voices, real stories, and real outcomes. Through research and lived experience, we are documenting the undeniable truth: fathers shape daughters, and their presence—or absence—has lasting effects on identity, leadership, and legacy.
What We’re Learning
Absence leaves wounds that shape us in ways we often don’t see—affecting how we love, lead, and live. But if we could heal those wounds, what would our true capabilities be?
Study Insights
- 82% of women in our study so far report that their father’s presence directly shaped their confidence and leadership.
- 74% of participants without affirming fathers describe long-term struggles with self-worth, decision-making, or relationships.
- 3 out of 4 women say father–daughter presence impacts how they view men and relationships across their lifetime.
- Nearly half of participants connected their father’s presence (or absence) to their career path, earning potential, or economic stability.
Why It Matters
- Women with engaged fathers report stronger emotional security, higher self-esteem, and greater success in leadership and relationships.
- Women without affirming fathers often carry emotional strain, relational challenges, and economic instability well into adulthood.
- Fathers frequently underestimate the lifelong impact of their absence, yet daughters’ stories reveal how deeply presence (or lack of it) defines a woman’s life trajectory.