Our Mission
The Village Method is a holistic approach to enhance the individual, interpersonal, and community relationships between culture, education, and inclusion of families of African ancestry.
Our mission is to build capacity for social change and advancement in Black communities combining family, school, and community engagement to promote child development and improve student achievement.
We do this using a multi-pronged approach combining youth development, family engagement and community outreach.
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Our Impact
almost 6 years ago — Healthy Meal Program
TVM Scholars used to come to the room drained and out of energy. When asked why they hadn't eaten lunch, and some said " we'd rather have recess than wait in line for nasty food". When they came to our classroom, they'd have food from Popeyes and the street vendor's expensive snacks. That is, until we introduced our Healthy Meal Program. Today, TVM Scholars explore culinary arts while learning how to eat healthy. Every-now and then we add a Taco Salad Tuesday.
almost 6 years ago — Youth Voice & Leadership Initiative
This initiative is so young scholars get a glimpse of college life, leadership, career exploration, community service, and being valued as thought leaders. We believe youth who are trained to be ethnographers, oral historians, community advocates, and ultimately advise policy and practices impacting at the city, county and state levels.
about 6 years ago — TVM Summer Camp GRACE
Youth were taught drumming, singing, and led by Baba Kele through stories of our African ancestry.
about 6 years ago — TVM Summer Camp GRACE
Developing intergenerational relationships gives every a space to feel welcome. Your investment in our programming helps us show appreciate to our volunteers who are vital to the delivery of our programming.
about 6 years ago — TVM Summer Camp GRACE
Arts provides a pathway to building meaningful relationships. Your donations made it possible to purchase the art supplies for this lesson.