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Office of Black Male Engagement: Phila. Men & Boys Of Color Collaborative (PMBOCC): Majority Forums
By Jack Drummond
Date and time
Wednesday, October 17, 2018 · 12 - 1pm EDT
Location
Municipal Services Building (MSB)
1401 John F Kennedy Boulevard Innovation Lab (16th Floor) Philadelphia, PA 19102Description
Mayor's Office of Black Male Engagement (OBME) presents the Philadelphia Men & Boys Of Color Collaborative (PMBOCC): Majority Forum
Wednesday - November 14th from 12p – 1:00 p.
Born out of the need for solidarity while working in challenging and complex governmental structures, the forum was created to provide a meeting space for Black & Brown men who work for/ with City government. Specifically, the forums will be used to highlight and address broad race/ equity challenges, social/ individual empowerment strategies, and promote collaborative solidarity among this demographic. Considering the times, supporting one another in and around the City is imperative.
The forums are designed to:
- Provide a safe space for Black & Brown men to support one another, build solidarity, and organize in local government.
- Promote intergenerational dialogue
- Acknowledge the groups' unique experience in government and provide feedback to one another
- Network with City leaders
- Gain/ Share multiple strategies and support around working in City government
- Promote self/ group care
- Training options