Our Programs

Real Men Initiative

Respect

Education

Achievement

• Leadership

Mentoring

Empowerment

Neighborhoods

This program is designed to provide alternative options for youth to consider the prospects for a successful future. In the midst of negative influences that can affect their wholesome physical and spiritual development, the Unique Gents feel it is imperative for youth to be exposed to positive role-models, mentors and information that impact their ability to make healthy choices regarding their transition into adulthood.

The Unique Gents recognize the important mission of influencing the youth of today in a positive manner. Their commitment also extends to the Senior Citizen community by paying homage to those individuals who made sacrifices and paved the way for many of the opportunities that we enjoy today.

The Unique Gents consider it to be an important responsibility of the organization’s members to devote time to serving the Senior Citizens of the community. Too often, the contributions of Senior Citizens go unrecognized and they are not given proper credit for their contributions to society.

To pay tribute to Senior Citizen, the Unique Gents plan and coordinate activities that include the following:

· Serving meals during holiday programs at community centers.

· Honoring seniors by posting individual profiles on bulletin boards for public display.

· Interacting and conversing with seniors during periodic visits to activity centers.

The Unique Gents have recognized the Metro Nashville Public Schools & Board of Parks and Recreation Department and its staff as valuable community resource to partner and collaborate with regarding program coordination. The Metro Parks Community Centers have proven to be a successful venue for community outreach to youth and senior citizens of the Nashville community.

• This activity creates an environment where youth can interact with leaders and professionals from various segments of the community; to generate dialogue and present career and lifestyle options for them to consider.

Discussion Topics will include:

· The Benefits of Education

· Career Exploration

· Spiritual Growth

· Healthy Lifestyle Choices

· Nutrition

· Hygiene

· Appropriate Behavior

· Self-Respect/ Self-Image

· Drug & Alcohol Abuse

· Criminal Justice System

· Respect for Parents/ SeniorCitizens

· Financial Planning

· Skill Development

· Creative Skill Development

· Bullying

· Racism

· Domestic Violence