The website I chose to explore is the; (NBCDI) National Black Child Development Institute
http://www.nbcdi.org/
The NBCDI focuses on helping black children gain success academically,
by providing programs for advocacy, EC educator trainings, family involvement seminars,
trainings on health and wellness, literacy programs, and child welfare.
While viewing one of the news letters through NBCDI, I came
across an article on; The Lasting Impact
on Mentoring Black Males. I found this article interesting because it talked
about how young boys around the 3rd or 4th grade began to
loose their motivation and passion for learning, primarily in black males that
have been “misdiagnosed or over disciplined” (http://www.nbcdicht.org/nbcdicht/spring_2014#pg40).
Rather than focus on the negatives with black males who seem
to struggle in school, or within their community, finding an alternative such
as a mentor program, can be the foundation for motivating and encouraging children
to be success in school throughout their lives.
Another interesting section of the newsletter that caught my
attention was a section on; Being Black
is not a Risk Factor. What I gained from this section was that it was a
researched based project designed to focus on black children and families
strengths in relation to enhancing education, strengthening the black
communities, helping families rise above poverty levels, and providing safe and
affordable housing.
References:
Lasting Impact on
Mentoring Black Males (2014). Retrieved from
Wow Cynthia,
ReplyDeleteSounds like a very interesting website to explore, I definitely believe that our black males need to attend programs that will mentor and encourage them about health and wellness, career goals, how to stay on track and most of all- to love themselves and not to be ashamed of who they are- they need encouraging, not to hear constant let-downs.
Hi Cynthia,
ReplyDeleteThe "Lasting Impact on Mentoring Black Males" article sounds interesting. I agree that instead of focusing on the negatives that contribute to young boys losing their motivation and passion for learning, parents, educators, and community members should create and/or maintain an existing mentoring program in schools and in the community. A mentor can make a difference in the life of a child.
Hello Cynthia,
ReplyDeleteI thank you for sharing your web resource. I never viewed this particular site before, however I found it was very interesting and educational. While on the website I found article about empowering parents’ projects, promoting positive nutritional practices and free download for risk/strength based program. I also like the fact it helps African American children become successful in their development and learning.
Hi Cynthia,
DeleteI love that you talked about NCCP. I did not know much about this organization, but from your blog I have gained more knowledge. I love how this organization focus on the complete child so that they can receive and have the best possibility for success in their life.