In the midst of the 2020 global pandemic, waves of nation-wide protests prompting urgent and frank conversations about race and social justice in this country. As COVID-19 exacerbated systemic inequalities, the opportunity gaps faced by young people across the country widened at an alarming rate—and yet, 2020 also gave rise to creative problem solving and nimble decision making like never before.

This conversation explores the unique position of youth development and mentorship in communities of color in a post-COVID world; and how the growing movement in defense of Black lives is affecting inclusion amongst young people trying to successfully navigate and thrive in predominantly white institutions and spaces.

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Q&A

Do you have volunteer opportunities?

Great question! There are a bunch of ways to support and volunteer with Brothers@, email us at info@brothersat.org to learn more about our volunteer opportunities.

How we can support Brothers@ and their mission?

Thanks for joining us today! You can support Brothers@ mentorship programs online at www.brothersat.org/donate

Could there possibly be an accreditation (like OSHA) created for institutions who pledge to close the opportunity gap for young men and people of color? Schools, corporations, etc. could pledge to reform their policies and practices and work with a development office to make their institution accredited and thus better respected and influential.

This is actually our plan for creating a consortium of college/universities in NY state committed to closing opportunity gaps for YMOC and creating inclusive campuses. Our goal is to launch our consortium by 2025, and we'll be sending out regular updates on our growth/progress throughout our monthly e-blast! Email info@brothersat.org to sign up for our monthly updates on this and other progress we make.

Great panel! Fantastic!!! Can we have more?

Thank you for your support! We are working on it—possibly another panel in the Fall—stay tuned!

Can we donate online?

Yes! Please donate at www.brothersat.org/donate