Countering the Conspiracy to Destroy Black Boys, Vol. II by Jawanza Kunjufu

From the Preface:

Since I first released Volume I in 1982, the Conspiracy has become worse. We have a greater number of African American males being placed in Special Education classes, dropping out of school, selling drugs, making babies, involved in criminal activities and being incarcerated. Over the years, the response of the African American community has been significant with more rites of passage and role model programs. In addition, there have been more books written and conferences provided on this subject...

...Volume II is an answer for the numerous mothers, female teachers, and male community activists who have expressed the need for more information. In every instance, I have asked the parents and teachers to expand their questions and comments. I believe much that we need to know about Black boys lies within fathers, mothers, teachers, and the larger community. For this reason there will be few if any book references. I agreed with my editor, Eugene Winslow, that the solutions for Black boys may not be in books and studies, but in the minds of the numerous people who work with and love our boys on a daily basis. This book is based on all of those conversations we've had together...

From back cover:

"...This is an effective handbook for all Black people. It is virtually a little encyclopedia. You have done an impressive and important job." -- Gwendolyn Brooks, Poet Laureate

"The book clearly shows that African American parents, teachers, administrators, business people -- in fact, all members of the community -- are part of the conspiracy, and as such, have a role and a responsibility in countering the conditions that are destroying our youth, our future." -- Sanyika Anwisye, Co-founder and Director, Frederick Douglas Institute, St. Louis

Countering the Conspiracy to Destroy Black Boys, Vol. II
by Jawanza Kunjufu

ISBN: 0913543039
Publisher: African American Images
Publication Date: 1986
Format: Paperback, 56 pages
Book Type: New