MEN OF EQUALITY

Housing

There will be a cabin that will house four to six men in them

The cabins will have bunk beds, tables, chairs and closets with drawers

Each cabin will be heated by electric heaters and AC units in them

Some cabins will be back to back

 

Meals

There will be 3 meals a day in the dining room. The 3 meals will be a choice of regular meals or live food

(Live food-specially prepared meals for healthy living purposes)

Sample Menu

      Regular Food

      Live Food

 

Library

There will be an onsite library for the residents to read research and relax. The library will also be used for seminars and mini trainings.

 

 Computer Room

The Computer room will be available in the library for those that need the internet. There will also be assistance will resumes, job search and various classes taught in the computer room.

 

Survival Classes

The study of successful people

Preparing a package for employment

Developing a portfolio

Developing an assertive job search

Budgeting and Control Spending

Problem Solving

Legal Right and Responsibilities

How to handle litigations and court proceedings

Understanding child support and your rights

Maintaining employment and advancement

Healthy practices

Developing realistic goals

Understanding and Developing a tolerance for temptations

Seeking and pairing up with peer groups

Critical thinking

Understanding your belief system

 

Social Issues

Know and Understand your self

Developing elf reliance

Understanding and know your limitations

Developing the skills to work with and getting along with people

How to get things accomplished through programs, activities and community organizations

Learning how to get along with women

Understanding marriage

Blended families

Defining friendships and relationships

How to hold a relationship together

Developing personal values

Understanding values and how they relate to you

Understanding what manhood is

Avoiding stereotypes

How to develop self sufficiency

Decisions and consequences

Understanding and managing stress

Surviving and overcoming discrimination

Understanding the child support system

Being aware of children needs

What it means to be a single father

What do you want out of life

Anger Management and self-control

How to develop your own support network

Things you need to know about substance abuse

Understanding sexuality

Being aware of the sexual risk

 

Skill Building Training with Partners

Electrical Wiring - Contracting

Plumbing - Contracting

Building - Contracting

Auto Mechanics – Contracting

Auto Body – Contracting

HVAC – Contracting

Industrial – Contracting

 

Internal (camp) Training

Farming

Electrical Assistant

Auto Mechanics

Roofing

Dry Wall

Cleaning

Brick Laying

Concrete Finishing

Framing

 

Apprenticeship

Plumber Helper

Electrical Helper

Computer Helper

Auto Mechanics Helper

HVAC Helper

Brick and Concrete Helper

 

Job Assignments

Each resident will have daily job assignments. Some assignments may be extended for months. Assignments will be working with contractors, building contractor with camp, special assignments and community commitments.

 

Developing an Escrow Account

Each village member will be charged a percentage fee for the entire time they stay in the village. This money will be set aside in an escrow account so when their term is completed in the village they can draw from the account. The escrow account will be used to pay for down payment on house or apartment, utilities and any other items needed to become established outside the village. Any person that does not stay their full term of agreed time will lose all escrow funds and those saved funds will be used to help others in MOE.

 

Recreation and Sports

Village residents of MOE will have sports and recreation activities they can participate in throughout their time in MOE.

 

 

 Family Visitations

MOE will provide visits from family and friends on a scheduled basis or the resident will receive a pass to visit outside the village.

 

Crop Farming

All residents of the village will be required to help with the development of raising and harvesting crops for consumption or sale to support MOE.

 

Socials (Dances)

There will be social dances and other activities where individuals can participate along with residents in the village.

 

Social Events

Residents will be allowed to attend social and community events outside the village campus.

 

Clothing

There will be a clothing closet in the MOE village attached to the general store for men (women and children) that can be provided for those who are in need. Some clothing that is needed for interview or work will be provided also. There will be clothing that is also sold in the general store for anyone that wants to purchase other items they may need or want. Vouchers will be provided for needed articles.

 

General Store

There will be a general store in the MOE village that will have supplies for all aspects of the MOE village residents. (MOE village, displaced families and camp attendees)

 

Community Activities

Residents of MOE will be required to attend and participate in various community activities and events. Some activities will be to volunteer at other agencies other activities will be to generate to community affairs.

 

Escrow Account

Each resident will be set up with an escrow account where money will be set aside for things needed later once they leave the MOE village. The escrow account may also be used to acquire large items to use while staying in the MOE village.