Dear Soul Thursdays Community,
For years, we’ve gathered on Thursday nights to have the real conversations — about mental health, relationships, money, and the journeys that make us who we are. Out of those conversations, a new initiative has been born: The Manhood Academy.
📋 Take the Survey Here
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This will be a 6-week program designed for young Black men (ages 18–28), guiding them through the building blocks of manhood:
🧠 Mental & emotional strength
💪🏾 Physical discipline & wellness
💵 Financial growth & responsibility
❤️ Healthy communication & relationships
🗳️ Leadership & community responsibility
🎯 Education, career, and goal-setting
But here’s the thing: we don’t want to build this alone. We want to build it with the wisdom of the people who know our young men best — the family who love them.
That’s where you come in.
👉🏾 We’ve created a short survey (1–3 minutes) to hear directly from you. What do you think young Black men need most right now? What would make you feel confident investing in a program like this?
Your answers will shape the Manhood Academy from the ground up — ensuring it speaks to the real needs of our families and communities.
📋 Take the Survey Here
👉🏾 [Survey Link]
💡 Why this matters:
Our sons, nephews, and grandsons are stepping into adulthood in a world that often misunderstands them. Too often, they face a lack of accountability, limited mentorship, and barriers in mental health, finances, and relationships. The Manhood Academy is designed to change that — to give them tools, confidence, and brotherhood.
With your input, we can build a program that not only uplifts young men but also gives peace of mind to the women who have poured into them since day one.
📋 Take the Survey Here
👉🏾 [Survey Link]
Together, we’ll plant strong roots so they can stand tall. 🌱
With gratitude,
Soul Thursdays Family