activities · 3
what they do
direct service · 2
- Men's leadership and community engagement conferenceHosts the annual Oyo Mesi men's conference to promote leadership, character, and community involvement among men.
- Women's leadership and empowerment conference Girls' Life Skills & Leadership DevelopmentHosts the annual "Lady In the Mirror" conference to highlight women who have made meaningful contributions to society and to promote female leadership and empowerment.
capacity building · 1
- Financial support for education, health, and character-building programs Local Community GrantmakingContributes thousands of dollars to support schools, charities, and community programs focused on education, character building, health, and fitness.
strategies · 6
how they think
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- Faith-Based Community Building Across Generations and Cultures faith-based community buildingOrganizes intercultural and intergenerational spiritual gatherings that address shared struggles and biblical direction, particularly within Black and Brown communities, to strengthen communal identity and resilience.
- Faith-Based Cultural Engagement through Holy Hip-Hop faith-based cultural engagementLeverages Black theology and Holy Hip-hop as cultural tools to connect traditional faith leadership with younger generations, addressing systemic issues like oppression, suffering, and abuse of power in urban communities.
- Holistic Athlete Development holistic_athlete_developmentIntegrates physical, spiritual, and mental growth in athlete development, recognizing that sustainable transformation requires more than athletic performance improvement.
- Leadership Development and Professional Networking networking and leadership developmentEquips attendees with access to influential leaders across sectors through workshops and conferences, fostering leadership growth and cross-sector connections in business, technology, education, and social leadership.
- Reach One, Teach One Relationship Model reach_one_teach_oneUses a relational discipleship approach where individuals are personally mentored and equipped to mentor others, creating a multiplier effect in community outreach, particularly among talented athletes facing systemic barriers.
- Women’s Empowerment through Fearless Leadership empowermentEncourages women and girls to lead with courage and resilience, fostering a culture of mutual uplift and empowerment grounded in faith-based identity and purpose.
named programs · 4
what they call their work
Lady In the Mirror Conference
Women’s conference focused on empowerment, healing, and leadership, highlighting the strength of women in social justice movements and encouraging intergenerational support
Oyo Mesi Men’s Conference
Annual conference bringing together men of diverse backgrounds to address spiritual, social, and generational challenges from a biblical perspective, with workshops and leadership networking
The Bridge: Holy Hip Hop Ministry
Initiative integrating Black theology and Holy Hip Hop to connect traditional church leadership with youth in the inner-city through culturally relevant worship and spoken word
Youth Athletic Development (ZCAD)
Program providing mentorship and development for young athletes, focusing on character building, education, and fitness, especially for those overlooked by mainstream systems
relationships · 4
who they work with
- Pastor Dr. Willie Hudson Partner — Hosted the first annual Oyo Mesi men's conference.
- community organizations Partner — Recruits for and partners with community organizations that share a vision for athlete development.
- religious organizations Partner — Recruits for and partners with religious organizations to advance character and spiritual development through athletics.
- school districts Partner — Recruits for and partners with school districts to support youth athletic and personal development.