Friday

22

6.00pm

Doors open

6.30pm

Meet and Greet

7.00pm

Event Begins

Saturday

23

8.30am

Doors  open + Networking

9.00am

Kickoff + Opening Session

9.30am

Empowerment Workshop Series: Breakout Session #1

10.35am

Empowerment Workshop Series: Breakout Session #2

11.40am

Empowerment Workshop Series: Breakout Session #3

1.00pm

TSBM Luncheon and Presentation of the Catalyst for Change Award

3.00pm

Wrap-up

Black Male Summit Overview

Theme – “From the Block to the Board Room: We Endeavor to See Black Men Go From Surviving to Thriving” TM

Event Details:

Date: March 22nd and 23rd

Location: The Point College Prep and Leadership Academy, Jamestown, NC

Audience: Black males of all ages and boys ages 12 and up in Guilford County

Goals:

1. Raise Awareness:

– Shed light on the challenges faced by black males in Guilford.

– Foster understanding and empathy within the community.

2. Platform for Sharing:

– Provide a safe space for black males to share their stories and experiences.

– Amplify their voices and perspectives.

3. Solutions Development:

– Collaborate to find actionable solutions to the challenges black males encounter.

– Address critical focus areas.

Summit Focus Areas:

1. Education and Workforce Development:

– Empower black men through education and skill-building.

– Bridge gaps in access and opportunity.

2. Health and Wellness:

– Promote physical and mental well-being.

– Address health disparities.

3. Community Violence Intervention and Interruption:

– Develop strategies to reduce violence and create safer neighborhoods.

– Engage with law enforcement, community leaders, and organizations.

4. Economic Empowerment:

– Explore pathways to financial stability and entrepreneurship.

– Encourage economic growth within the black community.

5. Fatherhood and Fatherlessness:

– Celebrate positive fatherhood role models.

– Address challenges faced by absent fathers.

6. Youth and Students

– Mentoring

– STEM

– Parent Education

Summit Agenda Breakdown

*Friday, March 22, 2024*

(Community Night)

Doors open at 6 pm; Meet and Greet at 630 pm; Event begins at 7 pm (for Black Men and those who love and support them)

6:30 pm – Network Meet and Greet

7:00 pm Welcome (Request attendees to post to social media using the #BlackMaleSummitGC; encourage survey participation) (Chip Rice)

7:05 – 7:15 pm – Why Are We Here? (Reggie Holiday)

7:15 – 7:20 pm – Recognize Steering and Advisory Committee (Reggie Holiday)

7:20 – 7:35 pm – Remarks from Local Top Government Officials (Proclamations) (Frank Thomas)

7:35-7:45 pm – Acknowledge other officials, community and faith leaders, sponsors, and volunteers (Odell Cleveland)

7:45 pm – Introduction of Panelists and Panel Discussion (Chip Rice)

Discussion format:

Opening: (10 minutes) The Moderator introduces the panelists and sets the stage for the conversation.

Topic exploration: (40 minutes) Each panelist shares their unique perspective on the following (8 minutes or less):

-Challenges faced by Black men in Guilford County: Consider age-specific challenges like navigating education, finding mentorship, or dealing with systemic bias.

-Opportunities for success and advancement: Discuss available resources, support networks, and personal and professional growth paths.

-Advice for young Black men: Each panelist offers their insights and
encouragement to the younger generation

Audience Q&A: (25 minutes) The Moderator facilitates questions from the audience, allowing for further exploration and engagement.

Closing remarks: (5 minutes) Moderator summarizes vital points, offers
resources, and leaves the audience with a call to action.

9:00 – 9:15 pm – Close out of Community Night

-How you can help and get involved

-Survey Reminder

-Social Media posts

-Visit Service Providers

-Clear instructions for Saturday – Empowerment Workshops (doors open at 8:30 am and the Catalyst for Change Award Luncheon at 1:00 pm)