My Brother's Keeper: Inspiring Young Men of Color to Reach Their Full Potential

My Brother's Keeper (MBK) is a national initiative launched by President Barack Obama in 2014 to address the persistent opportunity gap faced by boys and young men of color. The initiative focuses on six key areas: mentoring, education, health, criminal justice, fatherhood, and employment.

My Brother's Keeper: A Memoir and a Message

by Amitai Etzioni

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MBK is based on the belief that all young people deserve a fair chance to succeed, regardless of their race or background. The initiative brings together a diverse group of stakeholders, including government agencies, businesses, nonprofits, and community organizations, to work together to create more opportunities for boys and young men of color.

MBK has already made a significant impact in communities across the country. For example, the initiative has helped to:

• Increase the number of mentors available to boys and young men of color
• Improve academic outcomes for boys and young men of color
• Reduce the number of boys and young men of color who are arrested and incarcerated
• Increase the number of boys and young men of color who graduate from college and enter the workforce

MBK is a critical investment in the future of our nation. By investing in boys and young men of color, we are investing in all of our communities. We are creating a more just and equitable society for everyone.

How You Can Get Involved

There are many ways to get involved with MBK. Here are a few ideas:

• Become a mentor to a boy or young man of color
• Donate to an organization that supports MBK
• Volunteer your time at a local MBK program
• Spread the word about MBK to your friends and family

Together, we can make a difference in the lives of boys and young men of color. Let's all be a part of the solution.

Success Stories

Here are a few success stories from boys and young men of color who have been involved with MBK:

John Doe is a high school student who was matched with a mentor through MBK. With the support of his mentor, John has improved his grades, gotten involved in extracurricular activities, and is now planning to attend college.

Jane Doe is a college student who received a scholarship through MBK. With the help of her scholarship, Jane is able to focus on her studies and is on track to graduate with honors.

John Doe is a young man who was arrested and incarcerated. After being released from prison, John got involved with MBK and received job training and placement assistance. John is now working full-time and is a positive role model for his children.

These are just a few examples of the many success stories that have been made possible through MBK. By investing in boys and young men of color, we are investing in the future of our nation.

My Brother's Keeper is a critical initiative that is making a difference in the lives of boys and young men of color. By investing in these young people, we are investing in all of our communities. We are creating a more just and equitable society for everyone.

Get involved with MBK today and help us make a difference in the lives of boys and young men of color.

My Brother's Keeper: A Memoir and a Message

by Amitai Etzioni

5 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	2891 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	478 pages
Screen Reader	:	Supported

FREE