Moms Raising Sons w/ Drema Hymon

Mothers Raising Sons1 is a faith-based Education and Support Program of The Virginia Male Adolescent Network. It originally began over nineteen years ago to address the alarming grim statistical outlook for African American males to the point of "extinction". Children of all races and economic levels face dire challenges in today's society.

Many of our young boys/men have gained tremendous strides academically and professionally, yet the rates of incarceration, substance abuse, homicide, under or unemployment and teenage parenting are yet staggering.

Hope must become an absolute in raising sons. By faith, we redefine the way young men see themselves, each other and the world around them.

Drema Hymon, the founder and president of Mothers Raising Sons1 joins the hosts of Black Teen Empowerment Radio to discuss parenting and providing hope for our young Black males. Visit the website, Click Here!

Grammy Nominated Producer Kashif Sponsors Music Camp for Foster Kids

Grammy Nominated Producer Kashif experienced living in eight different foster homes before turning 15 years old. Due to budget shortfalls, the State of California may have to cut many services that benefit children including those living in foster homes with their guardians.

Kashif University which was founded by the famed music producer, can be best described as a university without walls with a focus on the inner workings of the music industry and is is hosted by the six-time/ Grammy nominated, Multi-Platinum, producer, singer, songwriter and author turned educator.

Kashif University is teaming with the California Department of Children & Family Services to give foster children an opportunity to attend a music recording workshop.

From July 12-23, 2010 they will work together to make a difference in the lives of hundreds of children in foster care through music.