[tps_header] Life as a black man in America isn’t easy. Time and time again, history has shown us that our men are devalued, disrespected and stigmatized in the most damaging ways. As a woman who didn’t grow up having a good relationship with her father, some would expect me to have harsh words for the man that gave me life. I don’t. I’m not mad at him or what … [Read more...]
Now Share This! Meet the Man Behind the Positive “Black Fathers” Facebook Group That Has Gone Viral
For centuries, Black fathers have caught a bad rap - from epidemic absenteeism to a depiction as slackers. Well, one dad has had enough. Matt Prestbury is the founder of the hugely successful Facebook group "Black Fathers" that is shedding a light on the massive involvement of African American dads in their families, their communities, and their world. BMWK caught up with Matt … [Read more...]
Four Cold Hard Requirements of African-American Fathers
On February 27, 2014, President Barack Obama launched the “My Brother’s Keeper” initiative. The written aim of the initiative is to build ladders of opportunity for boys and young men of color. The unwritten objective is to find a cure for inept parenting. Parents Just Don’t Understand Whatever you think about the President’s initiative, two things are true: 1) America has a … [Read more...]
Dear Daughter, Will You Be My Valentine?
I love Valentine's Day. Some days I receive red roses and Godiva chocolates. Other days I go on romantic dinner dates. Most days I spend the holiday single. But everyday, I had a man in my life to celebrate love. That man was my father. He always gave me a card and told me all the things he loved about me. He repeated the list throughout the year, and he let me know what he … [Read more...]