Goals: To raise the academic and social aspirations and achievements of Black boys Funding: The Birmingham head office is funded by its backer, the Church of God of Prophecy Worldwide; local branches seek funding for staff from schemes such as the Children's Fund
Contact: National Black Boys Can Association, 0121 358 8618; Luton, 01582 651011. www.blackboyscan.co.uk
Low expectations, discrimination and stereotyping continue to block the progress of many young Black people, but Black Boys Can is doing its best to change the situation.
The organisation aims to improve the lives of boys by providing personal development activities. It has been running since 1999 and now has groups in cities such as Birmingham, Coventry and Leeds, most of which are run by volunteers.
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