Black To Our Roots Staff Applications 2013-2014

We are excited to announce that we have begun recruiting staff positions for the Black To Our Roots program 2013 – 2014 season!!! As we enter our fourth year of operation in Tubman City (Baltimore), we anticipate several new field trips, activities, and events that will provide youth of African descent with the education and tools to become leaders of a new generation of independent, critical thinkers.

About the Program

The Black To Our Roots program is a Youth Leadership and Rites of Pasage program that promotes African cultural values as a means of developing positive self-identity and collective responsibility. This program was specifically designed to reduce the negative impacts of poor education and community apathy that exists in so many urban environments. This year-long program provides youth with the tools to become active participants in the unity and development of in their local communities and the global African community. The program culminates in a 4-week travel study to Africa during the summer in which students apply their learning to community service projects, while exchanging ideas with African youth.

The Black To Our Roots program targets High School youth from underserved urban communities and assists them to:

• Raise money for their travel to Africa through creative business exercises that teach entrepreneurship and organization
• Create compelling video programs and artistic performances that explore important issues within the African Diasporan community
• Travel to various places within the US of historical and cultural significance in the exploration of the African American experience.
• Connect with the earth through gardening and camping, which teaches basic survival skills and sustainable living practices.
• Establish bonds with other youth in the African Diaspora that are long-lasting and meaningful
• Study the achivements and history of African communities around the world, fostering cultural awareness

How to Apply:

Review the position descriptions below and submit a cover letter and resume to b2roots@habeshainc.org. Applicants for all positions should possess strong communication skills and the ability to work independently as well as within group settings.  Your cover letter should introduce the specific skills and resources you have in support of the desired position.

Title your application email in the following format:

Your Name: Position your Applying for.

For Example: Kwame Nkrumah: Astemari Position

Applications are due Friday, November 2, 2012 by 11:59PM Est.

Available Positions

‘Astemari’ (3 Positions Available)

Fundraising Coordinator

Outreach Coordinator

Parent Coordinator

Social Media Coordinator

Workshop Coordinator

Ambassador Coordinator

If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to contact HABESHA-Baltimore either by phone (443) 438-8697 or email: b2roots@habeshainc.org

Black To Our Roots 2013 – 2014 Youth Application

We are excited to announce that we have begun recruiting Jegnas (adult facilitators/guides) and participants for the Black To Our Roots program 2013 – 2014!!!  As we enter our fourth year of operation in Tubman City (Baltimore), we anticipate several new field trips, activities, and events that will provide youth of African descent with the education and tools to become leaders of a new generation of independent, critical thinkers.

About the Program

The Black To Our Roots program is a Youth Leadership and Rites of Pasage program that promotes African cultural values as a means of developing positive self-identity and collective responsibility.  This program was specifically designed to reduce the negative impacts of poor education and community apathy that exists in so many urban environments.  This year-long program provides youth with the tools to become active participants in the unity and development of in their local communities and the global African community.  The program culminates in a 4-week travel study to Africa (Ethiopia and Ghana) during the summer in which students apply their learning to community service projects, while exchanging ideas with African youth.

The Black To Our Roots program targets High School youth from underserved urban communities and assists them to:

• Raise money for their travel to Africa through creative business exercises that teach entrepreneurship and organization
• Create compelling video programs and artistic performances that explore important issues within the African Diasporan community
• Travel to various places within the US of historical and cultural significance in the exploration of the African American experience.
• Connect with the earth through gardening and camping, which teaches basic survival skills and sustainable living practices.
• Establish bonds with other youth in the African Diaspora that are long-lasting and meaningful
• Study the achivements and history of African communities around the world, fostering cultural awareness

This program is a labor of love, meaning, it is challenging and will require a lot of your time and commitment.  You will be expected to attend all workshops (once a week) as well as participate in regular fundraisers (at least once a month) and complete all assignments.  The program will culminate in a 4-week travel study to Ghana and Ethiopia during the summer 2012 in a journey that will be life-changing and will help you to discover your true identity and potential.  Remember that ‘the journey of a 1,000 miles begins with the first footstep.’  The Black To Our Roots program is a journey of self-discovery … but you must first answer the call!!!

To Get Involved!
Download Youth Application

Complete Youth Application Online

For More Information:
b2roots@habeshainc.org
(443) 438 – 8697

Sponsorship Packet

You can view and download the BTOR 2012 Sponsorship Packet here:

Sponsorship Packet BTOR

Support Youth Travel to Africa!

SEND HABESHA YOUTH TO GHANA & ETHIOPIA THIS SUMMER!

FROM THE STUDENTS IN SOWETO, SOUTH AFRICA, TO THE CHILDREN OF BIRMINGHAM, TO THE YOUTH OF THE BRONX WHO CREATED HIP HOP, TO THE YOUTH-LED PROTESTS CURRENTLY SWEEPING ACROSS NORTH AFRICA, MANY OF THE MOST PROFOUND CHANGES IN HISTORY HAVE OCCURRED AS A RESULT OF YOUTH-LED INITIATIVES. CONSIDERING THE FAILURE OF PUBLIC SCHOOL SYSTEMS NATIONWIDE TO EDUCATE OUR YOUTH AND THE RISING INCARCERATION RATES OF THE NEXT GENERATION, WE NEED YOUR SUPPORT TO VALIDATE THE POSITIVE ASPIRATIONS OF THE YOUTH.  TO GET A GLIMPSE OF WHAT THE YOUTH HAVE BEEN DOING OVER THE PAST SEVERAL MONTHS, TAKE A LOOK AT THE PROMO VIDEO BELOW.

HABESHA INC. – BALTIMORE IS CONTINUING THIS LEGACY OF YOUTH LEADERSHIP THROUGH THE BLACK TO OUR ROOTS PROGRAM, WHICH PREPARES URBAN YOUTH TO BECOME CHANGE AGENTS IN THEIR LOCAL COMMUNITIES THROUGH COMMUNITY SERVICE, MEDIA PRODUCTION, CULTURAL EVENTS, AND EXPERIENTIAL EDUCATIONAL ACTIVITIES.  THIS YEAR-LONG PROGRAM CULMINATES IS A 4-WEEK TRAVEL-STUDY TO GHANA AND ETHIOPIA DURING THE SUMMER IN WHICH STUDENTS EXPLORE THEIR ANCESTRAL HERITAGE AND PARTICIPATE IN EXCHANGE PROJECTS WITH AFRICAN YOUTH.  SINCE 2004, THE BLACK TO OUR ROOTS PROGRAM HAS TAKEN OVER 70 YOUTH FROM ATLANTA, WASHINGTON DC, NEW YORK, BALTIMORE AND THE US VIRGIN ISLANDS TO AFRICA ON A LIFE-CHANGING JOURNEY OF ENLIGHTENMENT AND SELF-DISCOVERY.

HABESHA – Baltimore Youth in Ghana 2010

OUR YOUTH NEED YOUR HELP TO ACHIEVE THEIR PRAISEWORTHY GOAL.  IN SUPPORT OF OUR UPCOMING JOURNEY TO AFRICA, WE ARE CAMPAIGNING AS AN ORGANIZATION TO RAISE $20,000 IN THE NEXT 2 MONTHS TO SECURE OUR TRAVEL COSTS, IN ADDITIONAL TO THE YOUTH WHO ARE ALSO WORKING DILIGENTLY TO FULFILL THEIR INDIVIDUAL FUNDRAISING GOAL. NO AMOUNT IS TOO BIG OR TOO SMALL, EVERY BIT COUNTS!!!WE WILL BE UPDATING OUR WEBSITE AND SOCIAL MEDIA PAGES TO KEEP YOU POSTED ON OUR PROGRESS.  YOU CAN VIEW THE MAP OF AFRICA AND THE MORE IT FILLS UP WITH THERED, GOLD, AND GREEN COLORS, YOU WILL BE ABLE TO SEE HOW CLOSE WE ARE TO MEETING OUR GOAL.

HABESHA – Baltimore Youth at Cape Castle Slave Dungeon

IN ADDITION TO MAKING A FINANCIAL CONTRIBUTION, WE ARE ASKING YOU TO SPREAD THE WORD THROUGH YOUR OWN SOCIAL NETWORKS TO MAKE ALL OF THE HARD WORK THAT THE YOUTH HAVE PUT IN A SUCCESS.  YOU CAN MAKE A EASY, SECURE DONATION THROUGH PAYPAL.   WE THANK IN ADVANCE YOU FOR CONTRIBUTING TO THE GROWING MOVEMENT OF YOUNG CULTURAL AMBASSADORS OVER THE YEARS, WITH A PURPOSE TO CHANGE THE WORLD!

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