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MEN’S CONFERENCE WORKSHOP DESCRIPTIONS Youth WorkshopsWon’t Catch Me ‘Ridin’ Dirty!!:100 Black Men in Law Enforcement Who Care Workshop 1 10:45am-12:30pm
“Officer I didn’t do it, you can’t blame me for this Could you please loosen up the handcuffs on my wrists? You can call me what you wanna but man I ain’t a snitch No cooperation is exactly what you will get…” -Chamillionare What are your thoughts about
police officers and law enforcers? What has been your interaction with
the police? What must you know in order to successfully navigate through
encounters with police officers? One Hundred Black Men in Law Enforcement Who Care will facilitate a highly interactive and thought provoking workshop that provides strategies and solutions to interacting with officers of the law. Come be empowered with knowledge of the law and how to reduce your chances of being in conflict with the police.
“Swagedelic
– Tied to Success”:
Marcus Glover Workshop 1 10:45-11:35am Workshop 2 11:40-12:30pm “No one on the corner ‘gotta’ bop like this Can’t wear skinny jeans cause my knots don’t fit No one on the corner ‘gotta’ pocket like this So I rock Roc jeans cause my knots so thick You can learn to dress by
jocking my fresh… Swagger: A person’s style – the way they walk, talk and dress. You think you have “Swag.” Do
heads turn in your direction when you walk into a room? What does your
style communicate to society? Does your swagger get you the outcomes
that you want in life? If you see yourself as a
brother who desires to have power and influence, come learn how to look
the part. This workshop will teach participants the secrets to
enhancing their style and how to look the part in order to be the part.
Participants will also learn the art of knotting a tie.
Tales from
the Hood:
Panel Discussion Workshop 1 10:45am-12:30pm “Public apologies to the families of those caught up in my street But that’s the life for us lost souls brought up in the streets The life and times of a demonic mind, excited with crime And the lavish luxuries that just excited my mind” -Jay Z Are you pulled by the
enticement of the streets? The money? Prestige? Respect? Are you fully
prepared for the consequences of playing on the concrete? This interactive workshop panel
will explore the mentality of the streets. Personal testimonials from
“Street Doctors” will provide insight into the world of violence, drugs,
money and death. Participants will be given strategies to help usher them into healthier behaviors that promote life.
Treat Her
Like a Lady:
Nicole Williams Workshop 1 10:45-11:35am Workshop 2 11:40-12:30pm “When you cultivate a young
lady, you inspire a nation.” It’s time to revive chivalry
and place our young women back on their rightful pedestals. Where the
women go, our culture goes, for our women are the mothers of
civilization. How are we treating our sisters? Based off of the
current treatment of our sisters, what does our future look like?
Come participate in a very
interactive workshop that will help to empower our young men to serve as
strong counterparts to our young women.
Fella’s...Pull
Up Your Pants!!!:
Pamela Salaam and Harriet’s
Heart Come learn the secrets to
cultivating healthy bonds with young classy women who have high
expectations for themselves and expect greatness from young men.
Brothers, what are you doing to
prepare yourself to become men of character, distinction and dignity?
How do you plan to transition from boyhood to manhood? From a Prince to
a King? Come share your perspective on adolescent male and female relationships with conscientious young women who are committed to developing strong and responsible associations with young men.
Black and
Brown Manhood in the Era of Obama:
Brother Arthur Muhammad Workshop 1 10:45-11:35am Workshop 2 11:40-12:30pm Through the campaign of Barack
Obama, the world examined another expression of Black masculinity that
defied the common image that is displayed through the media. What is
your definition of manhood? In the midst of a male crisis, where are
you learning to be a man? What are you doing to ensure that you will be
victorious over the conspiracy to destroy you? This workshop will focus on the journey to manhood and the successes and challenges that boys of African and Latino ancestry encounter on their passage to adulthood.
Scholar
Athlete Panel:
Shay Gadis, Miguel Garcia and Charis Britt Workshop 1 10:45-11:35am Workshop 2 11:40-12:30pm Do you think that you have the
athletic skills to play in college? Are you currently academically fit
to make your college athletic dreams a reality? This panel discussion
explores the life of a scholar athlete from young men who earned the
privilege of participating in sports at the university level.
Particular emphasis will be centered on building the habits of a
successful college bound scholar athlete.
Music Industry
Panel:
Kenneth Ferracho and Donahue Baker Workshop 1 10:45-11:35am Workshop 2 11:40-12:30pm Do you have aspirations of becoming an artist, producer or music industry executive? This engaging panel discussion will focus on the skills, values and the mind-set that is essential for being successful in the music industry. Participants will have the opportunity to hear from veterans who have contributed to the success of well known artists and have established successful careers in the industry.
Warrior Bootcamp:
Bakari Workshop 1 10:45-11:35am Workshop
2 11:40-12:30pm Calling all warriors
interested in building your endurance and strength!! This
interactive and highly engaging workshop will provide
participants with healthy routines and practices for maintaining
good mental and physical health. Participants will learn proper
callisthenic techniques for individual and partner training, as
well as, preventative measures for injuries.
Show Me the Money:
Beatriz Echevaria Workshop 1 10:45-11:35am Workshop
2 11:40-12:30pm This interactive workshop is designed to help teens understand the value of budgeting finances through awareness of their values, spending choices and habits. Through playing the “Game of Life,” participants will gain a realistic understanding of the daily financial choices that are apart of an adults life. Participants will learn about the role of credit cards, how career choices affect financial security and some principles of saving and spending.
Falsification of Our Story: Building and Reclaiming
Our Legacy:
Theory Thompson Workshop 1 10:45-11:35am Workshop
2 11:40-12:30pm The workshop will address the blatant and subtle ways Afrikans and people of Afrikan descent have been erased from the history pages throughout the world. Understanding our story and what we have contributed to the world is the beginning step in reclaiming our legacy and using it to shape and influence our future.
Soul Growth:
Adult Workshops
What
Happened to My Baby Boy?:
Brother Joseph Muhammad Workshop 1 10:45-11:35am Workshop 2 11:40-12:30pm Have you experienced waking up, looking at your son and asking, “Whose child is this? This workshop will focus on the
joys and pains of raising adolescent boys. Particular focus will be
centered on strategies for helping young men navigate through this
peculiar phase of development and overcome the negative influences that
destroy them before they reach adulthood.
Budgeting in
the Time of Economic Hardship:
Workshop 1 10:45-11:35am Workshop 2 11:40-12:30pm There is no doubt about it, a recession is a difficult time for everyone, and it can be tough to find ways to scrape buy. However, there are many ways that individuals can cut back during a recession to make ends meet. By cutting back on a few non-essential expenses, or renegotiating the terms of some of your bills, you can save yourself hundreds if not thousands of dollars during this financially troubling time. This interactive workshop will provide participants with the essential tools of managing money during economic challenges.
Healthy
Habits- Managing Stress:
John Boamah Workshop 1 10:45-11:35am Workshop 2 11:40-12:30pm Have you been trying to develop
an attainable workout regimen? Are you interested in learning how to
create and maintain a fit mind and body? It’s now time to bring order,
harmony and balance into your life. This workshop will provide adult participants with practical strategies for managing stress and living a well balanced and healthy life. Get ready to reclaim your life and reconnect with your “True Self.”
Men Sharpen
Men:
Workshop 1 10:45-11:35am Workshop 2 11:40-12:30pm Presenter: Adhim DeVeaux Teacher, Urban Assembly
Academy of History and Citizenship for Young Men This workshop will be a round
table discussion about the joys and challenges of being a husband or
father. We love our sister, but this workshop is for brothers only.
Men need time to mentally build together and share strategies on how to
be the best men they can be for their families. “As Steel Sharpens Steel, Men Sharpen Men”
Communication With Our Scholars:
Workshop 1 10:45-11:35am Workshop 2 11:40-12:30pm Presenter: Avis Terrell, MA Assistant Principal,
Urban Assembly Academy of History and Citizenship for Young
Men Effective
communication with our students is key in their success and
development. Through role-plays and discussions we will focus on how to
get the most out of our students by appealing to their moral character.
Access NYC: Workshop 1 10:45-11:35am Workshop 2 11:40-12:30pm Presenter: Sanya Hudson Parent
Coordinator, Urban Assembly Academy of History and Citizenship
for Young Men This hands-on workshop will provide parents and families with answers to determine benefits and programs they might be eligible to receive in New York. Parents and families will be able to Access over 35 programs such as: Child Care, Employment and Training, Financial Assistance, Food and Nutrition, Health-Care, Health Insurance, and Housing. TAKE ACTION!!
Future Leaders Program: Workshop 1 10:45-11:35am Workshop 2 11:40-12:30pm Presenter:
Lorenzo Steele, Founder of the Future Leaders Program This workshop will be an informative session that examines the:
Additionally, Mr. Steele will share his prison experience with parents of at-risk youth who are not fully aware of the consequences of their negative decisions that land them in prison. Educator Workshops
Communication With Our Scholars:
Workshop 1 10:45-11:35am Workshop 2 11:40-12:30pm Presenter: Avis Terrell, MA Assistant Principal,
Urban Assembly Academy of History and Citizenship for Young
Men Effective
communication with our students is key in their success and
development. Through role-plays and discussions we will focus on how to
get the most out of our students by appealing to their moral character.
Using
Sankofa as a Tool to Develop Young Males: Lessons from the Great
Debaters:
Workshop 1 10:45-11:35am Workshop 2 11:40-12:30pm Presenter: Brian Favors This session will utilize clips
from the film The Great Debaters to facilitate a dialogue about the best
practices of culturally competent educators. Participants will be
exposed to the Leadership and Literacy through Debate Campaign and
curriculum that is currently utilizing an African Centered approach to
empower students, educators and parents. Workshop will
include literature and current research from Carter G.
Woodson, Gloria-Ladson-
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