E.M.B.O.D.I.
The E.M.B.O.D.I (Empowering Males to Build Opportunities for Developing Independence) program empowers Black males to reach their highest potential educationally, socially and emotionally via engaging, interactive monthly workshops.
The workshops center enthusiastic Black male presenters who use their life experiences, education and expertise—in STEM, leadership, finance, politics, marketing, education, gun control, sports, entertainment and more—to teach the EMBODI gents skills that set them up for success in life, school and the workplace. TARGET AGE: 11 to 15 years old.
EMBODI is designed for ambitious young men with one or more of the following interests:
● Playing video games
● Testing new tech
● Learning about AI
● Hitting the court, track or field,
● Developing or improving their leadership skills
● Building relationships with people in their dream careers
● Volunteering their time to help others
● Creating bonds with other males their age
EMBODI Chairs and Co-chair
Enid M. Knight, Co-Chair
Taiia Smart Young, Chair