Concerned Black Men

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http://www.cbmphila.org

CBM Pledge

  • We are Concerned Black Men. Our motto is “Caring for Our Youth.” We are Black Men of integrity who endeavor to exemplify the following characteristics: cultural awareness, economic independence, emotional, intellectual, physical and spiritual strength. We pledge to develop and instill these qualities in our youth.
  • We pledge to continue the struggle of our ancestors and be positive role models dedicated to community service. We pledge to love, teach, respect and help our youth, and to leave a legacy that establishes a foundation which encourages young people to realize their true potential as future leaders.
  • We pledge that we will promote and honor institutions dedicated to preserving our families and communities. We pledge to nurture and develop our most precious resource ...our youth.


http://cbmnational.org

Concerned Black Men works to create an America where:

• Every child has in his or her life a responsible caring adult;
• After-school and summer enrichment programs are available to all young people, not just for children of the wealthy;
• Youths are empowered to change their lives by receiving appropriate and accurate information on health, social and community issues;
• Quality public education is our Nation’s highest priority;
• Teenage parents are the exception, not the norm.