Programs

5 Points of Progression 

Progressive Black Men has identified five areas that we believe respond to the needs of the community, which we title the Five Points of Progression. These five areas of focus are: Family & Community Development, Educational Development, Economic Empowerment, Health Awareness, and Political Awareness

Family & Community Development
Under this theme is a commitment to the ideal of togetherness and service. We are taught that a community is as strong as those that exist within. So it is necessary to create and maintain a strong family foundation. Once this structure has been established, we can make a conscience afford to uplift our community to a higher social, intellectual, and moral level.

Educational Development
A focus on preparing students for ongoing education. We also take the approach that educational development is an important contributor to economic empowerment.

Economic Empowerment
This point focuses on the economic health of the African-American Community by helping individuals and families to become debt free, financially independent, and achieving job security. PBM can increase economic opportunities and structure through implementation of programs which enhance and stimulate profitable behavior among minorities by attacking common barriers which some may have difficultly overcoming.

Health Awareness
The community is facing several serious problems concerning personal health and lifestyle. There is a need for people to be aware of critical health issues that plague our society. That is why health awareness is a subject that should be addressed and taught to our fellow men.

Political Awareness
The political system controls every part of life of people within our community. Elected officials develop policies and determine how tax dollars are spent for what, for whom, and where. Therefore, unless African-Americans are significantly involved in the political system, their main issues and concerns are not addressed by elected officials who may not have their best interest in mind.