Discussing the correlation between one's self-conception and one's academic performance, this book explains African centered rites and the rituals and ceremonies behind them.

n the remarkable book "Bringing the Light into a New Day," the author delves into the profound principles and intricate components of African-centered rites of passage. However, it is important to note that this is not a mere "how to" manual; rather, it serves as a guiding force to help readers understand the essence of "how to - how to." By exploring the concept of "family-based community-linked" African-centered rites of passage, this book offers invaluable insights into a transformative journey. The title itself, "Bringing the Light into a New Day," carries a metaphorical weight, drawing from the wisdom found in quotes and expressions about light and the break of dawn. Light, in this context, symbolizes opportunity, hope, and wisdom. The author, Goggins, asserts that we must actively engage in the creation and nurturing of this "light" if we are to reap its benefits. To bring the light is to embody the concept of sankofa, which urges us to reflect on and study the past, present, and future, drawing from what has proven effective. Sankofa challenges us to apply the wisdom of the past in the present, thereby shaping the desired future. Our light is our heritage! Failing to bring this light into the new day would condemn us to either perish in the darkness of "the night" or exist under the dim glow of other people's interpretations, rendering us unable to recognize our own boundless potential. These words echo the wisdom of Marcus Garvey, who reminds us that mere chance cannot satisfy the aspirations of a suffering people. Instead, it is through action, self-reliance, and envisioning both the self and the future that the oppressed discover and realize the light of their own liberation. In the context of African American families and communities, it becomes paramount to bring the light - encompassing opportunity, hope, and wisdom - into the new day. By doing so, the children can embrace and nurture their unique genius. And how can this be accomplished? The answer lies in African-centered Rites of Passage, which serve as a transformative vehicle to guide individuals towards self-discovery, empowerment, and an authentic understanding of their cultural heritage. "Bringing the Light into a New Day" illuminates the path towards reclaiming our narrative, cherishing our heritage, and igniting the potential within ourselves and our communities. It is an extraordinary invitation to embark on a journey of self-realization, guided by the principles of African-centered rites of passage, where the light of opportunity, hope, and wisdom shines brightest.

Exploring an important aspect of coming of age, this book examines how the black community can institutionalize rites of passage as part of the child-rearing process.

Her Rite of Passage presents a complete curriculum that shows you what to do to design and carry out a successful African-centered rites program from start to finish. This guidebook will help you: understand the rites of passage process, incorporate African-centered rituals and interactive activities into your program, develop a better understanding of the social and cultural orientation of African-American girls, facilitate weekly rap sessions and plan and organize the initiation retreat and crossover ceremony.

This resource introduces and supports a mentoring program that offers African American young men• Positive peer group involvement • Hands-on skill development • Knowledge of the African American culture • Relationship with Christian African American men as role models. This resource provides the tools and encouragement needed to help leaders of African American young men experience the joy of supporting and challenging youth to grow as Christ's disciples. Includes practical tips for getting started, a comprehensive leadership recruitment and training plan, complete meeting outlines and directions, reproducible pages for participants, and an interaction-oriented mentor's guide.

Bringing The Light Into A New Day provides a scaffolding to understand the purpose, function, structure, process and transformative power of the rites of passage process. Light is a metaphor for opportunity, hope and wisdom. Our light is our heritage, a dynamic interaction of the past and future to create new solutions for our present. If we do not bring this light into the new day, then we doom ourselves to be cast in the faint light of others’ interpretations of “our” capabilities. African-American families and communities must bring the light into the new day, so our children can see their unique genius. How to bring this light? African-centered Rites of Passage!

Her Rite of Passage will provide you with helpful tips, tools and strategies to design, develop and deliver a structured rites of passage program from the ground up. Although the program is designed for African-American girls, many of the program components and features can be used as a springboard for developing a rites of passage program for young women from any culture or group. What's Included In This Book Her Rite of Passage will show you how to: - Set up a rites of passage program from design to implementation; - Facilitate and implement the rap sessions; - Get buy-in from your organization; - Recruit participants a.k.a. initiates for your program; - Recruit volunteers; - Get parents involved; - Plan and organize the initiation retreat; - Plan and organize the crossover ceremony. In addition, Her Rite of Passage will also cover: - Adolescent female development and the unique issues that impact African-American girls. - The special dynamics that occur between African-American mothers and daughters; - The impact of the father/daughter relationship on a girl's social and emotional development. Throughout these pages you will find worksheets, exercises and suggested activities to help you create a solid rites program. Her Rite of Passage provides you with a framework, but it's up to you to make your program work - even if it means making adaptations to suit the needs of your program or conducting additional research in order to become more knowledgeable about the rites of passage process.

The Rites of Passage for the Young Black Male in America is part of a movement to assist the black neighborhoods across the U.S. in community building that starts with the young black male as an integral component. We now know that we must start as early as ten years of age with the training and building. We as a people must begin to re-learn and acknowledge our African roots to our children. Then hand off the torch to each and every boy so that he can take his rightful place in his community and his world.

Ayotunde Oladunjoye Also Known As Sonya Mann-McFarlane has restored full honor through re-connection to her ancestral lineage. Ayotunde, Founding Director for Imani Edu-Tainers African Dance Company, holds a Master's Degree in Health Education from Penn State University. The Imani Edu-Tainers African Dance Company, a not-for-profit organization, promotes community awareness of West African culture. She has conducted extensive research on the impact of rites of passage programming on adolescent development. Her artistic ventures include the cultural impact on positive adolescent development, of which is evident in the development of the successful Mate Masie rites of passage program presented in this book.

The Encyclopedia of African American Education covers educational institutions at every level, from preschool through graduate and professional training, with special attention to historically black and predominantly black colleges and universities. Other entries cover individuals, organizations, associations, and publications that have had a significant impact on African American education. The Encyclopedia also presents information on public policy affecting the education of African Americans, including both court decisions and legislation. It includes a discussion of curriculum, concepts, theories, and alternative models of education, and addresses the topics of gender and sexual orientation, religion, and the media. The Encyclopedia also includes a Reader's Guide, provided to help readers find entries on related topics. It classifies entries in sixteen categories: " Alternative Educational Models " Associations and Organizations " Biographies " Collegiate Education " Curriculum " Economics " Gender " Graduate and Professional Education " Historically Black Colleges and Universities " Legal Cases " Pre-Collegiate Education " Psychology and Human Development " Public Policy " Publications " Religious Institutions " Segregation/Desegregation. Some entries appear in more than one category. This two-volume reference work will be an invaluable resource not only for educators and students but for all readers who seek an understanding of African American education both historically and in the 21st century.