As part of its Improving Learning Resources Through Diversity (ILRTD) initiative, AEP attended the release of the new report, “The Educational Crisis Facing Young Men of Color from the College Board Advocacy.” The report explores the challenges facing young minority men in secondary and postsecondary education and identifies promising programs that might help accelerate their achievement.
On January 26 the College Board Advocacy and the Congressional TriCaucus convened educators, policymakers, and advocates to discuss the findings of “The Educational Crisis Facing Young Men of Color” and call on leaders and communities to address what they call a national education crisis. The main message was that kids and adults need a sense of identity and pride within their community. Unanimously, the speakers agreed that there couldn’t be any progress in the current educational system unless the approach changes. Furthermore, the message was very clear that America has to act now because all of our children need a strong education to help lead us in the future.
While there are many factors affecting the education of minority youths, the speakers identified three of the top reasons. Continue reading ‘Report: Educational Crisis Facing Young Men of Color’
