City of Bloomington, IN - Commission on the Status of Black Males

08/07/2024

📚🎒 A Huge Thank You to Our Wonderful Community! 🎒📚

We want to extend our heartfelt gratitude to everyone who came out to support the students, MCCSC faculty, and staff on their first day back to school! Your energy, joy, and encouragement mean the world to us and set the tone for an incredible year ahead.

To all the students, we wish you a fantastic school year filled with learning, growth, and unforgettable experiences! Let's make this year the best one yet! 🌟📘✏️

Stay updated and connect with the Commission on the Status of Black Males! Like and follow our page, visit our webpage at bloomington.in.gov/csbm , or email us at [email protected].

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07/14/2024

Open Seat Announcement: Join the City of Bloomington Commission on the Status of Black Males!

Are you passionate about making a difference in our community? Do you want to be a part of a team dedicated to addressing issues and improving the lives of Black males in Bloomington? Now is your chance!

The City of Bloomington Commission on the Status of Black Males has an open seat, and we are looking for dedicated and driven individuals to join us. This is an incredible opportunity to contribute to meaningful change and be a voice for our community.

🔹 Why Apply?
- Advocate for the needs and concerns of Black males in Bloomington
-Work on impactful projects and initiatives
-Collaborate with community leaders and stakeholders
-Help create a more inclusive and equitable community

🔹 How to Apply:
-Click the application link: https://bloomington.in.gov/onboard/applicants/apply?committee_id=12
-Complete the application and submit it as soon as possible

🔹 Spread the Word:
-Share this post with your networks and encourage others to apply
-Tag friends and community members who would be a great fit

Let's work together to build a stronger, more inclusive Bloomington. We can't wait to welcome a new member to our team!

05/07/2024

Congratulations to Khaya Njumbe on all your successes and accomplishments!

At 15, Khaya Njumbe will be one of Indiana's youngest students to receive a bachelor's degree. Congratulations to Khaya and all our Class of 2024 graduates: https://bit.ly/3UOq0AV

12/04/2023

CSBM invites local children and their families to join us for a festive Winter Wonderland and Holidays Around the World celebration at the Banneker Community Center (930 W 7th St) on Saturday, December 9, from noon to 4:00 p.m. This free event promises an array of seasonal activities, including arts and crafts, cookie decorating, holiday carols, complimentary photos with Santa, and a toy giveaway. Embracing the spirit of diversity, the event will also showcase holidays around the world.

This year, a special two-hour sensory-sensitive experience from noon to 2 p.m., thoughtfully designed for families seeking a gentle atmosphere with low-light and low-sound settings will take place. Families interested in capturing photos with Santa in this sensory-sensitive environment can schedule appointments at bloomington.in.gov/csbm, during the designated time. For those who prefer to skip the photo session but would like to partake in the sensory sensitivity experience, feel free to join us between noon and 2 p.m.

08/02/2023

The City of Bloomington, IN - Commission on the Status of Black Males (CSBM) would like to thank our volunteers and partners for joining us for the 2023 Million Father March at Fairview Elementary School. It was a pleasure to start the morning off with the smiling faces of the students. CSBM wishes all the students and teachers of Bloomington a wonderful school year!

Special Thanks to Mr. Gobert, Mr. McGhee, Fairview Elementary faculty and staff, and the Monroe County Community School Corporation for your support of the commission.

We look forward to a bigger and better event next year!
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Photo credit: Jeremy Hogan/The Bloomingtonian, and James Sanders

07/26/2023

The City of Bloomington Commission on the Status of Black Males (CSBM) will join area fathers, father figures, mentors, and role models to welcome students back to school in person Wednesday, August 2 at 8:30 a.m. at Fairview Elementary School, 500 West 7th Street. Volunteers are invited to register at the link below or visit www.bloomington.in.gov/csbm. Volunteers will be expected to adhere to health and safety guidelines, posted at the registration site.

https://form.jotform.com/212103569855054

The event marks the seventh local observance of the Million Fathers March (MFM), part of a national opportunity for dads, uncles, grandfathers, coaches, mentors, clergy, men’s groups and organizations to show their commitment to the educational lives of their children throughout the school year by escorting children to school. Although this event was created for Black men, the CSBM encourages men and women of all races, nationalities, and faith backgrounds to support them by taking their children to school on the first day.

02/22/2023

Congratulations to D'Andre Black, The City of Bloomington Commission on the Status of Black Males 2023 Outstanding Black Leader of Tomorrow (OLOT) recipient.

The Commission recognizes the importance of highlighting the outstanding contributions made by young African American men and women in our community for their outstanding leadership, scholarship, and involvement in making tangible, visible, and meaningful contributions to the Bloomington community.

D'Andre and the other OLOT recipients will be honored at the Black History Month Gala which will take place on Saturday, February 25, beginning at 6 p.m. The ticketed, public event will be held at Woolery Mill (2250 W. Sunstone Dr. Bloomington IN). Tickets are available in advance through the Buskirk-Chumley Box Office, online at bctboxoffice.org, or by phone at 812-323-3020.

www.bloomington.in.gov/bhm

02/22/2023

Congratulations to Sydney Crossley, The City of Bloomington Commission on the Status of Black Males 2023 Outstanding Black Leader of Tomorrow (OLOT) recipient.

The Commission recognizes the importance of highlighting the outstanding contributions made by young African American men and women in our community for their outstanding leadership, scholarship, and involvement in making tangible, visible, and meaningful contributions to the Bloomington community.

Sydney and the other OLOT recipients will be honored at the Black History Month Gala which will take place on Saturday, February 25, beginning at 6 p.m. The ticketed, public event will be held at Woolery Mill (2250 W. Sunstone Dr. Bloomington IN). Tickets are available in advance through the Buskirk-Chumley Box Office, online at bctboxoffice.org, or by phone at 812-323-3020.

www.bloomington.in.gov/bhm

02/22/2023

Congratulations to The City of Bloomington 2023 Living Legends recipients Dr. Charlie and Jeanetta Nelms!

Dr. Nelms and Mrs. Nelms will be honored at the 2023 Black History Month Gala, the gala offers an opportunity to acknowledge, honor, and celebrate the accomplishments of African Americans who have devoted their time, talents, and resources to make a difference in the Bloomington community and beyond.

The ticketed, public event will be held at Woolery Mill (2250 W. Sunstone Dr. Bloomington IN) on Saturday, February 25, beginning at 6 p.m. Tickets are available in advance through the Buskirk-Chumley Box Office, online at bctboxoffice.org, or by phone at 812-323-3020.

www.bloomington.in.gov.bhm

02/20/2023

Congratulations to Tatiana Wheeler, The City of Bloomington Commission on the Status of Black Males 2023 Outstanding Black Leader of Tomorrow (OLOT) recipient.

The Commission recognizes the importance of highlighting the outstanding contributions made by young African American men and women in our community for their outstanding leadership, scholarship, and involvement in making tangible, visible, and meaningful contributions to the Bloomington community.

Tatiana and the other OLOT recipients will be honored at the Black History Month Gala which will take place on Saturday, February 25, beginning at 6 p.m. The ticketed, public event will be held at Woolery Mill (2250 W. Sunstone Dr. Bloomington IN). Tickets are available in advance through the Buskirk-Chumley Box Office, online at bctboxoffice.org, or by phone at 812-323-3020.

02/20/2023

Congratulations to Andrew McKenzie, The City of Bloomington Commission on the Status of Black Males 2023 Outstanding Black Leader of Tomorrow (OLOT) recipient.

The Commission recognizes the importance of highlighting the outstanding contributions made by young African American men and women in our community for their outstanding leadership, scholarship, and involvement in making tangible, visible, and meaningful contributions to the Bloomington community.

Andrew and the other OLOT recipients will be honored at the Black History Month Gala which will take place on Saturday, February 25, beginning at 6 p.m. The ticketed, public event will be held at Woolery Mill (2250 W. Sunstone Dr. Bloomington IN). Tickets are available in advance through the Buskirk-Chumley Box Office, online at bctboxoffice.org, or by phone at 812-323-3020.

02/14/2023

The City of Bloomington invites the community to attend the 19th Annual Black History Month Gala, which will take place on Saturday, February 25, beginning at 6 p.m. The ticketed, public event will be held at Woolery Mill (2250 W. Sunstone Dr. Bloomington IN, 47403). Tickets are available in advance through the Buskirk-Chumley Theater, online at bctboxoffice.org, or by phone at 812-323-3020.

The gala offers an opportunity to acknowledge, honor, and celebrate the accomplishments of African Americans who have devoted their time, talents, and resources to make a difference in the Bloomington community and beyond. The theme for the 2022 Black History Month celebration is “Black Innovation," honoring, celebrating, and exploring Black inventors, creators, and change agents and how Black innovators changed the way we live through their contributions, from the traffic light to the cell phone. Most people have heard about famous inventions like the light bulb, the cotton gin, and the ironing board. But there are countless other, often overlooked creators and inventions that make our daily lives easier.

Hosted by Sachet Watson and James Sanders, this year's event will include a silent auction, and a ceremony to recognize the 2023 Black History Month Living Legend award recipients, Dr. Charlie and Jeanetta Nelms. In addition, the event salutes the four young residents being recognized as the 2023 Outstanding Black Leaders of Tomorrow by the City of Bloomington Commission on the Status of Black Males. This year's recipients are Andrew McKinzie, Tatiana Wheeler, D'Andre Black, and Sydney Crossley.