Forward Promise: Updates and News
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The latest news and resources about Forward Promise, including updates from Program Officer Maisha Simmons.
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New Policy Brief and Update on Forward Promise
February 28, 2013 | Story/Issue Brief
A new policy brief provides an overview of findings from a scan conducted by RWJF and CLASP to surface the most pressing issues facing boys and young men of color in the areas of education, health, and employment.
More Than 1,000 Proposals Received & Review is Under Way!
October 24, 2012 | Story
Maisha reflects on the unprecedented response to the 2012 Forward Promise Call for Proposals, one that illustrates momentum across communities to improve the health, education, and employment outcomes of young men of color.
Update: CFP deadline, new partners, and reflection
October 3, 2012 | Story
Momentum continues to build among funders, policy leaders, advocates, and others dedicated to strengthening opportunities for young men of color.
Forward Promise Overview
September 17, 2012 | Story
Forward Promise is an initiative to improve the health and success of middle- and high-school-aged young men of color
The Call for Proposals is Here!
August 20, 2012 | Story
Maisha announces a new call for proposals under its Forward Promise initiative, a $9.5 million program aimed at improving the health and success of boys and young men of color.
Recap of the Gathering of Leaders: Cultivating Connections & Changing Conversations
July 3, 2012 | Story
Maisha Simmons and Jane Isaacs Lowe recount RWJF's 2012 Gathering of Leaders, which convened philanthropies to discuss how to make the biggest impact in the lives of young men of color, and scale efforts for sustainability.
Opening Remarks: Gathering of Leaders (June 2012)
June 28, 2012 | Story
Maisha Simmons, Program Officer for Forward Promise, delivered opening remarks at the 2012 Gathering of Leaders.
The Nation's Mayors Affirm Support for the Cure Violence Model
June 19, 2012 | Story
A lively conversation about the promise that effective models like Cure Violence, formerly known as CeaseFire, offer in reducing and preventing gun violence in their cities.
A Gathering of Leaders
June 13, 2012 | Story
Maisha shares how the Foundation is preparing for its inaugural Gathering of Leaders, bringing together philanthropies that serve young men of color.