Podcasts about urban leadership institute

Michael Mata is the Director of Network Engagement and Leadership Development at TogetherLA. Michael has designed and administered community and faith-based programs for nearly 40 years, particularly in the areas of community development, congregational redevelopment, intercultural programs, organizational and leadership development, public health, ministry/nonprofit management and community youth development. Michael directed the Graduate Los Angeles Program in Transformational Urban Leadership at Azusa Pacific Seminary and is currently the Director of Network Engagement and Leadership Development with TogetherLA. He is the Practitioner-in-Residence at the Pardee Rand Graduate School in Public Policy. Prior to his current assignments Michael was the Urban Development Director for World Vision U.S. Program where he was responsible for guiding the department’s implementation of its Signature ProgramsModel (community transformation focused on community youth development). Director of Network Engagement and Leadership Development with TogetherLAGraduate Los Angeles Program in Transformational Urban LeadershipUrban Development Director for World Vision U.S. ProgramDirector of the Urban Leadership Institute at the Claremont School of TheologyA highly sought-after instructor, speaker, and consultant, because of his experience and knowledge of community and faith-based community development. Most recently he was appointed to the Los Angeles Mayor’s Interfaith Task Force (“The Collective”) and the Los Angeles County’s Faith Coalition to End Homelessness. *Michael holds a Masters degree in Regional; City Planning from the University of California Berkeley*Master of Divinity and Master of Arts in Religion, from Nazarene Theological Seminary and Point Loma Nazarene University.*His Bachelor of Arts in Biblical Literature with a minor in Business Administration is from Point Loma Nazarene University.*He completed doctoral studies at the University of Southern California School of Policy, Planning andDevelopment (exploring the role of faith organization in effecting change through community andeconomic development). Our topics are on Developing Youth in our Communities and Salt & Light in the Community – Two Part Bible Discussion. https://www.togetherla.net/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Michael Mata is the Director of Network Engagement and Leadership Development at TogetherLA. Michael has designed and administered community and faith-based programs for nearly 40 years, particularly in the areas of community development, congregational redevelopment, intercultural programs, organizational and leadership development, public health, ministry/nonprofit management and community youth development. Michael directed the Graduate Los Angeles Program in Transformational Urban Leadership at Azusa Pacific Seminary and is currently the Director of Network Engagement and Leadership Development with TogetherLA. He is the Practitioner-in-Residence at the Pardee Rand Graduate School in Public Policy. Prior to his current assignments Michael was the Urban Development Director for World Vision U.S. Program where he was responsible for guiding the department’s implementation of its Signature ProgramsModel (community transformation focused on community youth development). Director of Network Engagement and Leadership Development with TogetherLAGraduate Los Angeles Program in Transformational Urban LeadershipUrban Development Director for World Vision U.S. ProgramDirector of the Urban Leadership Institute at the Claremont School of TheologyA highly sought-after instructor, speaker, and consultant, because of his experience and knowledge of community and faith-based community development. Most recently he was appointed to the Los Angeles Mayor’s Interfaith Task Force (“The Collective”) and the Los Angeles County’s Faith Coalition to End Homelessness. *Michael holds a Masters degree in Regional; City Planning from the University of California Berkeley*Master of Divinity and Master of Arts in Religion, from Nazarene Theological Seminary and Point Loma Nazarene University.*His Bachelor of Arts in Biblical Literature with a minor in Business Administration is from Point Loma Nazarene University.*He completed doctoral studies at the University of Southern California School of Policy, Planning andDevelopment (exploring the role of faith organization in effecting change through community andeconomic development). Our topics are on Developing Youth in our Communities and Salt & Light in the Community – Two Part Bible Discussion. https://www.togetherla.net/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bettye L. Blaize is this week's guest on Nurah Speaks. She is co-author of the timely and touching book, “Doing Time With My Son”. Essentially, this book is a memoir of a mother and son's enduring love through incarceration and is a realistic look at a struggle which is now a national crises. In this interview you will learn how Bettye advises loved ones to support those who are incarcerated and why staying hopeful is always the best course. Bettye is a mother of one son, grandmother of two, and great-grandmother of three who resides in Baltimore, Maryland. She was educated in Baltimore City Schools and continued her education at Strayer Business College, where she studied accounting. She started her career at Holiday Inn as a desk clerk and proudly worked her way up to the position of manager. She retired from the Holiday Inn after 29 proud years of service. Throughout her life, Bettye has had a passion for working with and encouraging young people, and it was this passion that led her to re-enter the workforce after retirement as an administrative assistant with the Urban Leadership Institute in Baltimore. In this role, Bettye managed many daily operations of the company and assisted co-founders David Miller and Dr. LaMarr D. Shields in their work in schools and non-profits throughout the country. She currently serves as the chief administration assistant for the Cambio Group, where she travels nationwide and contributes to the Cambio Group's mission of affecting change at both the individual and systemic level in schools, non-profits, and government agencies. Bettye also works with the SPARK Center for Professional and Personal Renewal, a non-profit organization dedicated to helping teachers, social workers, and other change agents reignite their passions for their professions. When she's not working or traveling, Bettye loves nothing more than spending time with her incredible family in Baltimore. You can get more information on her website www.DoingTimeWithMySon.com, you can email her directly at BettyeBlaize@yahoo.com and you can follow her on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Bettye.Blaize. If you would like to engage with the Nurah Speaks podcast, submit your listener questions to questions@NurahZaheerah.com.  Listeners can also learn more about Nurah by visiting her website:  http://NurahZaheerah.com and reading her blog: http://www.nurahzaheerah.com/blog Nurah can be followed on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/NurahZaheerahMuhammad and on Instagram @NurahZ20. To book Nurah as a speaker at your next event, email support@NurahZaheerah.com.

My guest is David Miller; CEO of the Urban Leadership Institute and author of "Khalil's Way" The story of a 12 year old boy being bullied at his middle school.

David Miller, Co-founder and Chief Visionary Officer for the Urban Leadership Institute discusses insights and action steps on the social, political and economic factors influencing and shaping Black families.

David Miller, Co-founder and Chief Visionary Officer for the Urban Leadership Institute discusses insights and action steps on the social, political and economic factors influencing and shaping Black families.

David Miller, Co-founder and Chief Visionary Officer for the Urban Leadership Institute discusses insights and action steps on the social, political and economic factors influencing and shaping Black families.

Compassionate, motivated and determined are just three words that describe David C. Miller, a tireless warrior who labors diligently to improve the quality of life for children in the United States and abroad. As Co-founder and Chief Visionary Officer for the Urban Leadership Institute, L.L.C., Miller has built a national reputation as a leader among people who focus on improving the lives of children, youth and families. David is adept at building sustainable relationships with non-profit agencies at the local, state and federal levels and has a knack for securing grants to implement the many innovative programs he devises. David has 20 years of hands-on, practical experience working in various communities throughout the United States and abroad. He is a well-respected, highly sought-after lecturer who combines his gritty experience and intellect to bring about change. David has written or co-authored several publications including “Raising Him Alone: Things Black Women Can Do to Raise Boys to Be Men”; “Mama Used to Say”; “Dare to Be King: What If the Prince Lives? A Survival Workbook for African-American Males”; “Lessons I Learned from My Father: A Collection of Quotes from Men of African Descent”; “Daddy’s Girl”; and “Where’s Mommy & Daddy,” a curriculum for social workers, educators and professionals who work with children of incarcerated parents. David's current book; Khalil's Way, dealing with the issue of bullying amongst boys.

One of the “soldiers” in the fight against bullying is David C. Miller, M.Ed.  Miller is the co-founder and Chief Visionary Officer of the Urban Leadership Institute, LLC, (www.urbanyouth.org) a social enterprise that focuses on developing positive youth development strategies. David Miller is also a former educator who spends a lot of time in the schools doing workshops/discussions with teachers, parents and children on the subject of bullying.  David Miller has written a book that shows children how to confront bullies and how to protect themselves in a world where adults cannot always protect them.  The name of the book is Khalil’s Way.  Khalil’s Way is a funny, yet serious story about an 11 year-old boy growing up in tough community.  Khalil’s challenges include being raised by his mom, growing up without a meaningful relationship with his dad and confronting the school bully – “land mines” many young boys must navigate.    Published by the Urban Leadership Institute, Khalil’s Way is written to help youth navigate the tough days they will face in school, on the playground and even sometimes at home.  The book also helps youth deal with many of the challenges present within the community and society at large. While Khalil is gifted in math and chess, he struggles with a variety of issues including ADHD, food allergies and asthma. The book engages young readers with a gritty urban storyline and practical solutions on confronting negative peers. http://www.urbanyouth.org/Khalil/index.htm  

David C. Miller is the co-founder and Chief Visionary Officer of the Urban Leadership Institute, LLC, a unique social entrepreneurial firm that specializes in training of educators, social workers and youth development professionals for schools, non-profit & governmental entities that work with youth and families. Miller is the author of several books which include: Where's Mommy & Daddy (2010), Raising Him Alone (2009), Mama Used To Say (2009), Daddy's Girl (2006), Dare To Be Queen (2005), Rhyme & Reason (2005), Lessons I Learned From My Father (2004) and Dare To Be King (2003). Miller received a Master Degree in Education (specialization in conflict resolution and school- based mediation) from Goucher College (Baltimore, MD) and a Bachelor of Science in Political Science from the University of Baltimore. www.raisinghimalone.com www.changingfatherhood.com www.urbanleadershipinstitute.com

With each generation that comes along, people worry that they will not be able to move society and humanity forward, however with David Miller in charge, no need to worry or concern yourself. David Miller is Co-Founder of the Urban Leadership Institute and his mission is to improve the quality of life of children in the U.S. and abroad. Daivd is author of the highly acclaimed book, Raising Him Alone and he is a nationally recognied speaker and program developer for youth of color. Tune in to discover more about David Miller, Urban Leadership Institute and Raising Him Alone. Tune in and listen live at (646) 595-4797 and or join us in the web chat room http://wwww.blogtalkradio.com/paullawrencevann