Public Hearing: YES ☐ NO ☒ Department: Board of Commissioners - District 4
SUBJECT:
Title
Commission District(s): District 4
Allocate $50,000 of District 4 2025 Reserve for Appropriation to 100 Black Men DeKalb Chapter for the DeKalb Youth Explorers - A Leadership Academy Program.
Body
Information Contact: Commissioner Chakira Johnson
Phone Number: 404-371-4749
PURPOSE:
The allocation of District 4 3035 Reserve for Appropriation not to exceed $50,000 will support program learning and enrichment activities focused on strengthening leadership, communication, and critical thinking skills while empowering students to express their views on equity, justice, and inclusion. It will guide them toward academic and career pathways in global and public service fields, build lasting peer and mentor networks, and inspire a lifelong commitment to community engagement and informed citizenship.
NEED/IMPACT:
DeKalb Youth Explorers empowers underserved high school students through education and travel-based experiences that build leadership, broaden perspectives, and foster accountability-preparing them to lead and serve their communities.
FISCAL IMPACT:
None
RECOMMENDATION:
Recommended Action
To approve the resolution and authorize the Chief Executive Officer to execute all necessary documents.