The Essentials: Training for People Who Mentor & Support Black Boys & Young Men

This training aims to provide adults with the skills and knowledge needed to be effective mentors for Black young men and boys. The training consists of three modules: Examination of cultural competencies, including an exploration of personal views on privilege and race, providing tools for building ethnic/racial pride. Identification of social capital and related empowerment of mentee and family, and the importance of racial identity. Exploration of research-based strategies and approaches that can assist mentors as they embrace a critical consciousness in their work with young Black males.

June 24th, 10:00am – 3:30pm

June 25th, 10:00am – 3:30pm