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OverviewThis book is intended to empower our boys, our men, and the women who love them. It explores the fundamental principles to rebuild, reconcile, and restore the lives of boys and men, who are faced with the repercussions of race. My Brother's Keeper, unveils the quest to discover one's identity, in a world of inequities. My Brother's Keeper includes: - Six building blocks for boys to become men. - Redefining manhood and masculinity. - Steps to implement President Barack Obama's My Brother's Keeper initiative. - Raising and teaching boys, in an age of temptation and mass incarceration. - Dr. Eddie Connor's personal journey, of overcoming life-threatening obstacles. - The connection between hip-hop and education. - Creating avenues for Black/Hispanic male success, in schools and communities. - How to use literacy to motivate reluctant learners. - Strategies to disrupt the school-to-prison pipeline. - Pursuing your purpose and contributing to your community. DR. EDDIE M. CONNOR, JR. is a College Professor, International Speaker, and Founder of the literacy/mentoring program, Boys 2 Books. As a survivor of stage four cancer, he is a bestselling selling author of six books, including Unwrap The Gift In You and Heal Your Heart. Dr. Connor has been featured on BET, CBS, FOX News, NBC, The Steve Harvey TV Show, and many other media outlets. He speaks extensively on the subjects of education, leadership, overcoming obstacles, and maximizing your purpose. Dr. Connor grew up in Kingston, Jamaica and is a proud resident of Detroit, Michigan. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Eddie ConnorPublisher: Norbrook Publishing Imprint: Norbrook Publishing Dimensions: Width: 15.20cm , Height: 1.90cm , Length: 22.90cm Weight: 0.499kg ISBN: 9780997050400ISBN 10: 0997050403 Pages: 340 Publication Date: 07 December 2015 Audience: General/trade , General Format: Paperback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: In stock We have confirmation that this item is in stock with the supplier. It will be ordered in for you and dispatched immediately. Table of ContentsReviewsAuthor InformationDR. EDDIE M. CONNOR, JR. is a College Professor, International Speaker, and Founder of the literacy/mentoring program, Boys 2 Books. As a survivor of stage four cancer, he is a bestselling selling author of six books, including Unwrap The Gift In You and Heal Your Heart. Dr. Connor has been featured on BET, CBS, FOX News, NBC, The Steve Harvey TV Show, and many other media outlets. He speaks extensively on the subjects of education, leadership, overcoming obstacles, and maximizing your purpose. Dr. Connor grew up in Kingston, Jamaica and is a proud resident of Detroit, Michigan. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |