Dear Friends of CAPC:
Black history month is the perfect time for us to look at some of the amazing influence and success of African Americans. With our focus of child safety and our commitment to children, I thought it would be a good idea to remember some of the amazing African American children who have played a part in our country’s recent history.
Do you know the story of Ruby Bridges? In 1960, with little support, Ruby was one of the first black children to desegregate her elementary school outside New Orleans. At just 6 years old she bravely opened doors for so many kids like herself. There is also the story of Nyeeam Hudson, aka King Nahh in social media. When he was in the park playing with the other kids, Nyeeam was bullied for his outdated sneakers. At 10 years old he began to teach others to value their minds over material items. He now reaches millions with his message. And we can’t forget young Egypt Ufele. Egypt was a beautiful big little girl. Yet she was bullied and teased about her size. She got busy and created a clothing line she named Chubiiline. At 10 years old she started running a black owned business.
These kids inspire me. Their determination, their intelligence and most of all their heart. At CAPC we want to acknowledge their accomplishments. We also want to acknowledge the heartbreak and pain they endured to find their paths and make their young journeys.
The Child Abuse Prevention Council provides programs and resources that keep today’s kids and families safe. We provide programs that serve the needs of our communities: Nurturing Parenting, Speak Up Be Safe, mandated reporter training and our Parent Partners /Youth Partner program. These and other CAPC efforts work together to provide education and support for families and kids even during the isolation of the Covid-19 virus.
Thank you, Ruby Nyeeam, and Egypt for your courage and your example.
At CAPC, we celebrate diversity and value inclusion. Thank you all for supporting CAPC.
