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Hi Tom,
Welcome to the revamped My Brother’s Keeper Alliance Newsletter! Each issue will share meaningful ideas and resources for those working tirelessly to help boys and young men of color thrive. And we’ll also lift up the people and organizations that inspire us—and we have some remarkable examples to choose from.
In this issue, we’re excited to share the progress of one our MBK National Impact Community winners, Black Family Development. We’ll also introduce you to Lamareia Jenkins, a Youth Fellow from MBK Sacramento, and Willie Barney, Founder and President of the African American Empowerment Network in Omaha.
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BLACK FAMILY DEVELOPMENT
Detroit, MI
Founded in 1978 to strengthen and enhance the lives of children, youth, and families, Black Family Development was named one of 10 MBK Alliance National Impact Communities last year. The work they’ve been doing for over 40 years has always centered around improving the lives of young people in Detroit—and their focus now is on improving neighborhood safety.
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"Our MBK work is opening doors of opportunity to ensure that these young men are part of and engaged in Detroit’s new economy. We realize, as does our mayor, that the success of our city is linked to the success of our boys and young men of color."
—Alice G. Thompson, CEO
Black Family Development, Inc
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We sat down with Lamereia Jenkins, a Youth Fellow with My Brother’s Keeper Sacramento, to find out what MBK means to him, what advice he has for community leaders and how he stays motivated. The Center at Sierra Health Foundation, a National Impact Community Winner, is the backbone organization leading the work of My Brother’s Keeper in Sacramento.
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"Growing up in the Mississippi Delta, even at a young age, I could see the differences in how people of different races lived ... Even in difficult conditions, my family maintained high expectations for all of us and we were surrounded by a village of people who cared for and supported each other."
—Willie Barney, Founder and President
African American Empowerment Network
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Meet Willie Barney, Founder and President of the African American Empowerment Network in Omaha, Nebraska. In his own words, Wille shares how he chose to dedicate his life to improving opportunities for boys and men of color in his city. From his childhood in rural Mississippi to now running an organization that has helped reduce gun violence, reduce unemployment and increase graduation rates in Omaha, Willie exemplifies the purpose-driven leadership that’s at the heart of the MBK Alliance.
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MBK Rising! PODCASTS
MBK Rising! was seven months ago, but we’re still cherishing the stories that emerged from the two-day convening. During a day of service in Oakland and San Francisco members from the growing network of MBK Communities built libraries, painted murals, read to children, and planted trees.
Now, everyone can experience the community event: My Brother’s and Sister’s Keeper San Francisco recorded a podcast from their day of service—the voices of five young men of color had us riveted.
Listen to the podcast here.
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CONVERSATION WITH GEOFFREY CANADAIn July, My Brother's Keeper Alliance and the Campaign for Black Male Achievement hosted an online Town Hall with legendary social innovator and educator Geoffrey Canada! We are still reflecting on Geoff's thoughtful and insightful remarks. The wisdom and encouragement shared during the Town Hall has sparked a lot of dialogue for us as a team, and we hope it has done the same for you.
You can watch a recording of the entire Town Hall here.
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NEWS FROM MBK ALLIANCE
Last month, My Brother’s Keeper Alliance launched the MBK Community of Learning and Practice, an online space for local boys and young men of color practitioners to promote innovation, share best practices, and cultivate authentic connections to advance their local MBK missions.
Our first call is happening this Thursday, October 10, 2019, at 3 PM ET with Colin Groth, the Director of Innovation at StriveTogether. Colin will discuss how MBK Communities can partner intentionally with regional organizations to align their focus and impact. Register for the call here.
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In September, the Urban Institute announced Data Catalog—a place to discover, learn about and download open data provided by Urban Institute researchers and data scientists.
Also worth watching is Phillip Atiba Goff’s TED Talk “How we can make racism a solvable problem—and improve policing.” This talk is part of the Audacious Project, TED's initiative to inspire and fund global change.
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No purchase, payment, or contribution necessary to enter or win. Contributing will not improve chances of winning. Void where prohibited. Entries must be received by October 10, 2019. Two winners will each receive: (A) two tickets for the winner and one guest to attend the Obama Foundation Summit in Chicago, Illinois on October 28 and 29, 2019; (B) round-trip, coach-class airplane tickets for the winner and one guest, from an airport within the 50 United States, the District of Columbia, or Puerto Rico, to Chicago, Illinois (the “Destination”); (C) ground transportation to and from the airport at the Destination for the winner and one guest; (D) two-night accommodations for the winner and one guest at a hotel to be determined by Sponsor in its sole discretion; and meals for the winner and one guest during their attendance at the Obama Foundation Summit. Promotion open only to U.S. citizens, or lawful permanent U.S. residents who are legal residents of the 50 United States, the District of Columbia, or Puerto Rico, and 18 or older (or of majority age under applicable law). Promotion subject to Official Rules and additional restrictions on eligibility. Sponsor: Obama Foundation.
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