Role Model Movement is a mentoring program that guides young inner-city males to pursue a life greater than their surroundings and past.
Role Model Movement is a leadership class of African Americans that mentors and inspires the next generation to be leaders in their race and in the world. We advocate the pursuit of education, literary arts, music, sports, and active community involvement as we encourage African American males to become directly involved in social change as they change their current realities. Our goal is to empower underprivileged black youth to rise above their circumstances, while embracing their culture.
A lack of motivation will cause people to remain passive, even where opportunity exists. Black teens are joining gangs because they have no healthy outlets that encompass their interests. Role Model Movement strives to provide the opportunities, culture, and creative outlets that are lacking to enable and motivate youth to continue their education and become positive, contributing members to society, their families, and future generations.
Role Model Movement was founded so I could pass along the same positive influences that changed my life. I was a young, impoverished black male with little or no opportunities. Had it not been for the influence of a few positive black men in my life, I would have blamed a lack of opportunities on my environment and not pursued a productive and rewarding life. My organization is based on the belief that everyone has a responsibility to the growth and success of our youth.
(CHICAGO, ILLINOIS) – Chatham resident, author, and keynote speaker Jahmal Cole announces the release of his latest book, The Torch of Decency, Rekindling the Spirit of Civic Organizations. Available December 17, 2011, The Torch of Decency documents the historic past of Chatham and its residents, while exposing the turbulent changes which threaten its impressive standing as a revered African American middle-class residential neighborhood.
Cole’s deep investment and commitment to the preservation of Chatham’s history and culture is evident throughout the book. Descriptive passages reveal the diverse personalities and rich culture that make up the flavor and diversity of its neighborhoods. The Torch of Decency discusses Chatham’s growth from infancy to the present day, and encourages all Chatham residents to become involved and give back to their community. As a testament to his commitment, a portion of the proceeds from every book will be donated to the Greater Chatham Alliance.
In his book, Cole discusses Chatham’s founders, entrepreneurs, celebrities, and politicians and how they shaped the community. He also delves into the increase in criminal activity and economic woes which currently plague his beloved community, while providing readers with solutions and ways to rekindle the community pride that was once Chatham’s claim to fame. According to Cole, assuming responsibility for the preservation of the acclaimed accomplishments of Chatham’s previous generations is a torch of decency all should carry.
The Torch of Decency can be purchased online at www.rolemodelmovement.com/shop for $8.99. It is also available at Chatham Foods Market, 327 East 79th Street, Chicago, IL. Frontline Bookstore. 5206 S. Harper Ave. Hyde Park. Underground Bookstore 1727 E. 87th St. Chatham residents who would like to have a copy of the book personally delivered to them should contact Jahmal Cole by calling 312-882-5028 or emailing jcole@rolemodelmovement.com. For every book purchased, Cole will donate $1 to the Greater Chatham Alliance.
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