Male Mentorship & Youth Development (MPYD)
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Male Mentorship & Youth Development (MPYD)

Black youth in America today face a unique set of challenges that require strong leadership and role modeling from black men. As a black male consultant and educator, I have seen firsthand the impact that positive leadership can have on the lives of young black men. Recently, I had the opportunity to participate in the…

Short video on Community Building and Rhythm
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Short video on Community Building and Rhythm

In this short video, speaker Anthony Kelley uses the African Djembe drum as an illustration of how rhythm can help build community work and development. He explains that building a drum beat is similar to building a community – it requires a call and response for growth and development. The rhythm of the drum brings…

Our First Business and Film Project
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Our First Business and Film Project

Resigning from my directorial position was difficult, but it paved the way for my next adventure: starting my own business. Although I was aware of the challenges ahead, I was determined to take this step toward entrepreneurship. I knew that it would demand unwavering commitment, perseverance, and time. However, my decision was driven by my…

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Long Term Systematic Change – Penn State doing it right!

Diversity, inclusion analysis shows University-wide progress. Great article for those interested in exploring data-driven analysis work on diversity and inclusion. This article provides a great framework for higher ed institutions looking to build enduring change at their institution around diversity and inclusion work. When considering adopting this type of initiative at your institution and thinking…