Every time a young Black man dies under tragic circumstances, America responds with generosity, compassion, and calls for change. But what if we invested with that same urgency before tragedy occurs? In her timely op-ed, “Don’t Wait Until They Become a Statistic: Why We Must Invest in Black Men Before the Headlines,” Dr. Roslyn Clark Artis, President and CEO of Benedict College, challenges readers to rethink how we support young Black men. Drawing on Benedict College’s success in increasing graduation rates through intentional mentorship, leadership development, and student support, she argues that proactive investment, not reactive giving, is the key to changing lives. With communities nationwide seeking meaningful solutions, Dr. Artis offers a compelling, hopeful perspective on why investing in young Black men before a crisis benefits families, communities, and the nation.
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Don’t Wait Until They Become a Statistic: Why We Must Invest in Black Men Before the Headlines
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