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Boyz II Men

Program Details

BoyZ II Men, in partnership with Boys Hope Girls Hope, is dedicated to helping low-income youth reach higher education and secure college acceptance. Through mentorship and guidance, the program empowers young men to overcome obstacles, develop leadership skills, and achieve their academic and personal goals, paving the way for a successful future.

Program Schedule (September 2024 - May 2025)

  • Day: Wednesdays 

  • Time:  5:30PM - 7:00PM

  • Location: Private 

  • Duration: Once a week for two hours

Mission

The mission of BoyZ II Men, in partnership with Boys Hope Girls Hope, is to empower and support low-income youth, particularly young men, by providing mentorship, fostering leadership, and guiding them toward higher education and college acceptance. Through this partnership, the program seeks to equip students with the tools, confidence, and skills needed to overcome challenges and achieve lifelong success.

Collaborative Partnership

In collaboration with Boys Hope Girls Hope, we amplify our impact by offering additional resources and support to help these young men thrive in life. Together, we provide a comprehensive approach that includes social-emotional learning, financial awareness, and the development of social and emotional intelligence.

Session Topics

Discovering My Journey

Encouraging self-exploration and goal setting.

Influence

Circles of Influence & Peer Pressure Teaching how to make positive choices amidst peer influences.

Setting Expectations

Setting Expectations, Core Values, and Boundaries - Instilling values and boundaries for personal growth.

Defining Manhood

Exploring modern concepts of masculinity.

The Man Box

Challenging stereotypes and promoting inclusivity.

Cry Like A Man

Encouraging healthy emotional expression.

Emotional Incarceration

Addressing the consequences of emotional suppression.

Expressing My Emotions

Equipping participants with tools to communicate feelings effectively.

What Do I Do When I'm Angry?

Teaching anger management and conflict resolution.

How to Deal with Conflict

Fostering constructive conflict resolution skills.

Team Building Exercises

Promoting teamwork and cooperation.

I Messages

Enhancing communication through "I" statements.

Elevator Pitch (Public Speaking)

Building public speaking skills for self-presentation.

DATA 2021-22

  • Survey data was collected on 9 participants.

  • Serviced individuals ages 10-16

  • 9 of 9 participants reported that they learned new information as a result of participation.

  • 9 of 9 participants reported that they experienced growth as a result of their participation in the program.​

  • The following responses were given in terms of changes noticed by parents:

  • Parent 1 

  • Yes more willing and able to discuss feelings
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  • Parent 2 

  • The boys are more cooperative with helping out around the house.
     

  • Parent 3 

  • Yes, learning to be accountable and developing conflict resolution skills.​

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