The 2nd Annual Blackout: Boys of Color Conference is an all-day conference hosted by The Gentlemen's League. The Blackout 2019 serves to uplift our future leaders –students in grades 3-12 – and raise awareness on issues such as economic empowerment, health, voting, education, leadership development and more.
The conference will be held in May 2020, in Memphis, TN. During the weekend, Gentlemen of The Blackout will be able to obtain necessary resources needed to be successful. These resources include, mentors and advisors, team building, workshops, possible internships, community service opportunities, and most importantly academic enrichment.
The purpose of The Blackout is to close the gap between students and the community. The B.L.A.C.K.O.U.T. or “Building Leadership and Cultivating Knowledge to Overcome, Understand, and Train” sole purpose is to bring the community closer in fellowship and awareness. This year’s theme is “Restoring the Power through Leadership.”
The conference will be held in May 2020, in Memphis, TN. During the weekend, Gentlemen of The Blackout will be able to obtain necessary resources needed to be successful. These resources include, mentors and advisors, team building, workshops, possible internships, community service opportunities, and most importantly academic enrichment.
The purpose of The Blackout is to close the gap between students and the community. The B.L.A.C.K.O.U.T. or “Building Leadership and Cultivating Knowledge to Overcome, Understand, and Train” sole purpose is to bring the community closer in fellowship and awareness. This year’s theme is “Restoring the Power through Leadership.”
Conference registration
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Workshop Proposal
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Step/Dance Competition Entry Form
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Step/Dance Show Tickets
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Registration will be soon. We would love for you to join us.
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Have an interesting topic that you would like to share? Lead a workshop for our boys of color at The Blackout! The opportunities are limitless.
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Registration to sign up to compete in the Boy's Step and/or Dance Competition is available now. Cash prizes.
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Purchase Tickets now to attend the Step/Dance Show. Early Bird Tickets: $7, Gen Admission: $10
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May 2020
Boys of Color Conference
Bruce Elementary School, 581 S. Bellevue Blvd.
9:00am – 2:00pm CST: The Blackout will kick off with our conference. Gentlemen will host workshops and participate in discussions with boys of color in grades 3-12. We hope that you leave better than you came. Our mission is that participants will leave sure of their purpose. Continental Breakfast and Lunch Provided. |
Boys Dance & Step CompetitionBellevue Middle School Auditorium, 575 S. Bellevue Blvd.
6:00pm - 8:00pm CST: The Blackout will conclude with a boys dance and/or step competition featuring student groups from all over Shelby County. Cash Prizes for the top 3 winners in each category. Tickets cost $10. The step show will feature performances from community groups. |
