The Crisis Of The Young African American Male In The Inner Cities Topic Papers Submitted To The Commission

Examines the broad range of civil rights issues growing out of the crisis confronting young African Amer. (AA) men in the nation's inner cities. Spotlights those factors that directly contribute to the disproportionate number of these young men who struggle to survive at home, in school, in the marketplace, and in "the streets." Experts provided papers on the causes and consequences of this crisis with a focus on criminal justice, educ., employ., entrepren. opportunities, and health care issues. Also features a prominent array of Fed. and local officials, recognized leaders in the civil rights, human rights, religious and law enforce. communities, and a number of young AA men and their local community advocates.

"Kiselica dispels many of the myths surrounding teenage fatherhood and shows that, contrary to popular belief, these young men are often emotionally and physically involved in relationships with their partner and their child. But without support and guidance from adults, these relationships often deteriorate in the first year of the child's life. Kiselica offers advice for professionals and policy-makers that calls for support groups led by caring male role models, bonding through sport before counseling begins, and peer-based recruitment"--Publisher description.