By: Carlos Johnson For the past two decades as a father, therapist, and educator I have had the pleasure and opportunity to work with thousands of great families in communities, churches and schools. And, from my experience of helping boys in every type of family, all over this country, here's what I know to be true: Boys with awesome purpose and potential from GREAT … [Read more...]
6 Things to Consider When You Have Grown Children Living at Home
What are the rules for your grown children (18+) when it comes to living in your home? (disclaimer alert: I am in no way referring to grown children with special needs) I know a lot of you have little ones, and the bloggersphere is dominated with mommy bloggers who are mothers of small children. But there are many of us who have grown children and we have to worry about … [Read more...]
New York City Invests $127 Million In Young Minority Men
New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg announced a new initiative this week to help reverse some of the negative trends afflicting young minority males in the city. The initiative, funded partly from city funds and partly from his own foundation, is looking to launch "boldest and most comprehensive effort" to tackle the rising numbers of unemployment, poverty and incarceration … [Read more...]