Here we Grow!
Urban gardening and food security over the years
All hands on deck…
We are champions, always…
Getting in the dirt…
Learning by doing…
Always building…
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Who Are We?
The Sons of Heru Male Youth Leadership program is for male youth between the ages of 13 and 16 years old to teach them the necessary principles, values, cultural history and discipline which will anchor them on their passage through Adolescence, Puberty, and into Adulthood. The aim of the Sons of Heru is to encourage the spiritual, mental, social and physical development of young men.
What We Do?
We see exposure to varied experiences as a key part of our program. Some of these experiences include camping, swimming, climbing, hiking, physical fitness, travel, community organizing, scientific exploration, and much more. The aim of these activities is the development of (self confidence, responsibility, courage and intelligence.
Why It's Necessary!
Our ancestors and many current indigenous cultures believe a simple principle: Manhood is not a given. It is something that one must be groomed and prepared for. In many societies, a man that had not completed his ‘rites’ was still considered a ‘boy’, among his peers. Today, there is a great need for our young men to step up and become a positive force in their communities. It is time for the return of the Warrior!
SOH Philosophy/Goals
In our program, we stress spiritual excellence and moral fortitude to serve as ideal models of our communities. The model we use is based on the ancient, proven traditions of our ancestors. This traditional approach stresses discipline through peer accountability, behavior modeling and a system of merits/demerits based on accomplishments and positive feedback.
Adinkra Workshop
This winter our youth participated in the Adinkra cloth making workshop at the DIA. As preparation for this outing, we taught the youth about the
Martial Arts Workshop
As part of our martial arts module, the youth visited a local martial arts school and practiced with esteemed teacher Baba Kenny.
You are the M.V.P.
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Each SOH session starts with a short but intense 15 minute workout.
Canoeing & Environmental Warriors
Canoeing and Environmental Science&Nature trip. The youth have fun canoeing along the Huron river while mastering the knowledge of the Marshland-based Ecosystem.
Drywall Repair
We taught the youth how to repair drywall from start to finish, including painting over the patch, to get the finished product.
Winter Hike
Our Winter Hike was a blast! The youth got a chance to experience…
SOH Annual ‘Winter Hike’. We went to Proud Lake. We learned how to
What is a Rites of Passage?
Rites of Passage is a timeless African tradition. It uses rituals and ceremony to guide a person’s holistic development through life’s transitions and helps him