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Presenter outlines youth mentoring program focused on financial literacy and arts exposure
Summary
A presenter described a Macon-based youth mentoring program that prioritizes mentoring African American boys while serving all races and genders, with a focus on financial literacy and arts exposure including a trip to see The Lion King.
A presenter described a youth mentoring program aimed at improving the economic prospects of African American children, particularly young boys, while noting the group mentors youth of all races and genders.
"Our mission is to improve the economic life of African American, especially through mentoring of young boys," the presenter said, adding that the program mentors people of all races and genders and emphasizes financial empowerment and literacy.
The presenter highlighted the program's focus on "teaching the value of money" and exposing participants to broader cultural experiences. As one example, the presenter said the group took participants to the Broadway production The Lion King so children could "see kids that look like them on the stage" and gain exposure to the arts.
The presenter framed these activities as steps toward longer-term goals: encouraging open-mindedness, helping young people learn and grow, and fostering productive citizenship that participants will take back to their families and to Macon.
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