[et_pb_section bb_built=”1″][et_pb_row][et_pb_column type=”4_4″][et_pb_code _builder_version=”3.19.4″][/et_pb_code][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.19.4″] The Urban Congress on African- American Males, a strategy of MetroMorphosis, is committed to improving outcomes for Black males in Baton Rouge. Connected to that, are those issues impacting the lives of girls and women in Baton Rouge. Chief Executive Catalyst, Raymond A. Jetson is joined by the MetroMorphosis Innovation …
by Donney Rose On his 2018 album Book of Ryan, hip hop artist Royce da 5’9 raps about the importance of checking up on your ‘strong friend’ on a song aptly titled “Strong Friend”. In the song’s intro Royce gives listeners a sound piece of advice when he begins with the lines “reflections of your …
A recent study from the East Baton Rouge Coroner’s Office showed a dramatic increase in Black male suicides within the past seven years. On Tuesday, March 25th a host of community leaders and organizations will host My Brother, You Matter, a gathering designed to shed light on this crisis and to offer resources and solutions. …
[et_pb_section bb_built=”1″][et_pb_row][et_pb_column type=”4_4″][et_pb_code _builder_version=”3.19.4″][/et_pb_code][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.19.4″] In honor of Women’s History Month, Raymond A. Jetson sits down with Kina Reed, founder of HeySis! to discuss the importance of sacred spaces for women. Guest(s): Kina Reed Release Date: 3.13.19 Produced by: Parachute and Donney Rose for MetroMorphosis Subscribe, rate and comment to the Urban Renewal Podcast on iTunes, Stitcher, …
The Urban Congress on African American Male is hosting its annual General Convening on Saturday, April 13 at the McKinley Alumni Center. The theme of this year’s convening, #TheVillageRenewed, speaks to the power of the collective on one accord to make change happen. Registration available at theurbancongress.com
Tracing Our Roots: BB & PF By: Moon Muhammad On the outskirts of Florida Blvd, nestled behind a timeless American Pawn Shop, is the home of African based restaurant BB & PF – Bean Burgers and Plantain Fries. I was introduced to this restaurant by a local friend of mine whose descriptions of savory seasoning, …
The Urban Congress is gearing up for the annual General Convening on Saturday, April 13th and request selfie images of African American males in Baton Rouge living daily within their respective villages. Please send your “Images From The Village” selfie to donney@metromorphosis.net. Select images will be printed and displayed at the Convening!
