MBK Fellows Spotlight: Syracuse 2020 Service Projects
We featured this MBK Fellows spotlight in our December 2021 newsletter.
The Syracuse City School District 2020 MBK Fellows decided on two service projects that would benefit the community and address important topics - Men's Mental Health and Fatherhood. The presentations featured keynote speakers, national motivational speakers, and experts who provided inspiration and wisdom on both topics.
Men's Mental Health
During the COVID-19 pandemic, many people experienced mental health trauma. In this video, Syracuse City School District 2020 MBK Fellows Abdullahi Shirwa and Omar Hussein sought to break the stigma that young men are weak for seeking help and caring for their mental health.
Abdullahi Shirwa, Nottingham High School
Omar Hussein, Nottingham High School
Fatherhood
In this video, Syracuse City School District 2020 MBK Fellows Jonnouy Powers and Todrick Wilson shared their feelings about experiencing life without their fathers present. They set out to address and discuss the importance of young men being responsible fathers. Darrell Andrews was the keynote speaker and was joined by guest speakers from around the country.
Jonnouy Powers, Institute of Technology at Syracuse Central
Todrick Wilson, Institute of Technology at Syracuse Central