1 Foundational Elements

Thematic threads integrated throughout every aspect of the Ujamaa Place experience

Empowerment and Spirituality

  • Cognitive restructuring
  • Getting men to think differently about themselves
  • Believing in the capabilities of oneself
  • Spiritual development

2 Program Elements for Participant Success

Interacting determinants of self-transformation

Academic and employment skill development

(Getting ahead of the daily struggles)

Climbing the Education Ladder

  • TABE test
  • GED classes
  • Individual tutoring

2 Program Elements for Participant Success

Interacting determinants of self-transformation

Life skills development

(Overcoming the daily struggles)

Cultivating Life Skills

  • Self-actualization
  • Mainstream systems navigation
  • Etiquette and manners
  • Health consciousness
  • Financial management
3 Ultimate Outcomes

Participant outcomes produced as a result of the Ujamaa Place experience

Stable Housing Situation

  • Self-actualization
  • Mainstream systems navigation
  • Etiquette and manners
  • Health consciousness
  • Financial management