After his daughter was diagnosed with autism, one Black father found himself on a journey of advocacy, community building, and leadership. Now he’s calling for a cultural shift that centers support, policy change, and the voices of Black parents.
Black Fatherhood
Posted inLynx/WNBA
Courtney Williams’ biggest fan is her dad
Don Williams is a fixture at Lynx games, proudly cheering for his daughter Courtney Williams, the team’s starting point guard.
Posted in4UR HEALTH
Honoring Black Fatherhood: Sam Simmons on 17 Years of Healing Work in Minnesota
Sam Simmons joins Dr. Ronda Chakolis-Hassan for a powerful For Your Health episode on Black fatherhood, community trauma, and healing—ahead of the 17th annual Black Men Healing Conference.
Posted inEvents
Line-Ups & Legacy event centers Black fatherhood, health, and community stories
2nd Chance Outreach presents Line-Ups & Legacy, a June 29 stage event and community fair honoring Black fatherhood, health, and generational legacy at North Central University.
Posted inCommunity Voices
Black men in America are in a state of emergency
As Juneteenth arrives and the memory of George Floyd remains fresh, one Minnesota father calls for renewed focus. The energy of 2020 has faded, but the need for systemic support for Black men and boys remains urgent. It’s time to finish what we started.