Atlanta Technical College Institute for Males Improves Educational Outcomes for Minoirty Men
Atlanta Technical College has a strong tradition of providing metro Atlanta residents with educational outcomes designed to enhance career opportunities. However, it had become increasingly evident over the past several of years that the unemployment and underemployment rates among men of color were skyrocketing out of control. To combat this disturbing trend the college used a grant from the U.S. Department of Education and Postsecondary Education to launch the Atlanta Technical College Institute for Males (AIM) in February 2009. Today, AIM is celebrating a year of milestones and changing lives, impacting more than 1,000 high school aged and adult males.
The mission of AIM is to increase the enrollment, retention, graduation, and job placement rates of males at Atlanta Technical College. The program addresses recidivism, improves educational outcomes of post secondary education, increases exposure to cultural experiences, and fosters an environment of civic engagement. Most importantly, the staff provides emotional, intellectual, and financial support to participants.
Henry Carter, AIM program director, shares his philosophy regarding the role of AIM, "There is no ‘perfect' solution (to society's challenges), but programs such as the AIM program at ATC are an important step in the right direction. Through the program, we've had an opportunity to really connect with these amazing and inspiring young men, who are so appreciative of someone taking the time to nurture them and invest in their future."
Over the past year, AIM has sponsored a summer leadership camp for high school students, conducted personal and professional development workshops on the Atlanta Tech campus and launched leadership academies at four Atlanta-area high schools. The group has also led empowerment programs for inmates at the Fulton County Jail. Recently, AIM employees directed community work sessions on improving educational outcomes for black men, at the Fulton County Summit on African American Males.
AIM proponents believe that the program has witnessed so much success in just one year because the counselors and staff are committed to developing well-rounded, productive men. The organization addresses both the internal and external factors that impact the behavior, psyche and self-esteem of young men. AIM has had an impressive year one and is seeking new program participants, community partners and funders to help move the program forward in year two.
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