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He
is a man from New Jersey striving to change lives in New York. The 38
year-old Michael McPhearson, youth director, for the NCCJ (National
Conference for Community and Justice) gets to fullfill his dream
being
a father and brother in a role larger than life, wrapped up in one.
Working for a nonprofit youth organization is great for him because
it seems as if he really knows how to work with youth. It is a National
Organization with 60 locations throughout the country that also obtains
National and Regional offices in New York with a mission stop racism
and fight hate.
Most of the funding comes from big and small businesses. Having dinners
that raise money as well as giving individuals willing to help to raise
money. NCCJ tries to work with economic, nonprofit, and government leaders.
Speaking against sexism, homophobia, and oppression of people with different
religions. Even talking to Presidents of companies about whats
transforming their work environment.
McPhearson says he Tries to work with leaders to guide the way.
As far as competition goes, it isnt really a problem because they
often unite. Theres plenty of work to do. Says McPhearson.
One program theyve established is the Program Emerging Leaders
Institute. Its a youth program with 12 schools in various
parts of New York, Westchester, and Long Island.
Slowly but surely our nation becomes more and more multicultural. An
important part of
this is bridge is dialogue. This organization has been established since
1927. What McPhearson wants for his youth to be lead in a positive way
and he knows he could grant that request. McPhearson says, I like
to work with young people.
He says, Young people tell the truth. He also says, Ask
them a question about an issue they dont worry about telling you
how they feel about it. For McPhearson working with young people
has been an incredible experience. Young people keep me in check.
Says McPhearson. If you characterize them your not really giving
them the proper guide you should. McPhearson also says.
McPhearson tries his best to do his best as a youth director. Hes
a productive middle-aged man whos trying to good by leading youths
and directing them to greatness. McPhearson is not only helping youth
but also helping others through the process.He also has a website called
"cpeace.com" that he creates from his house. The site is about
all the peace issues going around the world.
NCCJ with a mission to fight bias, bigotry and racism ant to promote
understanding and respect among all through advocacy, conflict resolution
and education.
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