Four Black men host free bootcamp to young black males

FOUR AFRICAN-AMERICAN MEN HOSTING FREE BOOT CAMP HELP YOUNG BLACK MALES OVERCOME BARRIERS THEY FACE
Fourth in an eight-week series

Young Black men at Boot camp
Young Black men at Boot camp listening to mentor.

When we hear so much about black on black crime it’s refreshing to hear of Four African-American men who are concerned about the plight of at-risk black youth. Further the fact that they have created a vehicle through which they can help provide an alternative outlet for their energy and provide insight into maters that can change their lives and possibly give them a future. These concerned men lead a Manhood Development Camp. They target Black males ages 12-18 whom they will provide knowledge, skills and techniques to assist them in combating the challenges they face dailAccording to statistics and to the leaders’ observations, black males are disproportionately impacted by crime, gangs, drugs and violence. When factoring in the achievement gap that young black males face, their future is especially bleak. As a viable way to combat the struggles black youth face daily, the four created this camp.  The goal is to provide the tools to help them conquer the daily trials, tribulations and temptations that are barriers to success.

Young Black males lined-up for examination
Young Black males lined-up for examination

The four Black men, Mack McGhee – Director,  William C. Gray, Jr. – Assistant Director, Lamont Brown – Assistant Director  and Stanley Muhammad – Brotherhood Director joined forces because they were tired of watching from the sidelines as black youths struggled with drugs, violence, gangs, self esteem and other issues. While they were already involved with youth, they wanted to do more. Through this boot camp, they join the front lines to help save black boys. 

The rallying cry is GET OFF THE SIDELINES!

Twenty to 30 black males ages of 12-18 attend the majority of whom come from single family homes. Each is paced through an intense boot camp experience that focuses on anger management, conflict resolution, character building, relationships and critical thinking. They will be provided tools to make better choices. They will also learn about the importance of community through a community service project.

Young Black men learning how to properly tie a tie
Young Black men learning how to properly tie a tie

The bootcamps are  presented in a series of eight weeks. The next series starting Saturday April 18, 2015 begins  from  9am.   These four men will meet-up  with the youth to  help transform their lives.   This is the third of an eight-week free course devoted to addressing the needs of black youth. It takes place every Saturday through May 23.

 The first, held April 4, was tremendously successful as the youth were engaged and inspired by the lessons, the raw honesty and compassion of the leaders, their counsel and by the love that flowed from the guys to the youth. The second session on April 11 saw youth open up about their fears, frustration and the futility they face.

The course are held at  Leo Catholic School auditorium located at 7901 S. Sangamon in Chicago.  The camp begins with an orientation, followed by a Circle where youth share their innermost feelings. A speaker ends each session with an inspiring talk.

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