My Brother’s Keeper (MBK) is a national movement dedicated to empowering boys and young men of color to lead change and reach their full potential. MBK Fairfax, a certified MBK community, puts this commitment into action by giving youth meaningful opportunities to shape programs and policies that support boys and young men of color.

MBK Fairfax is a SCYPT initiative.

Key Milestones

The MBK initiative has the following key milestones:

1. Getting a Healthy Start and Entering School Ready to Learn

   All children should have a healthy start and enter school ready – cognitively, physically, socially, and emotionally.

2. Reading at Grade Level by Third Grade

   All children should be reading at grade level by age 8 – the age at which reading to learn becomes essential.

3. Graduating from High School Ready for College and Career

   All youth should receive a quality high school education and graduate with the skills and tools needed to advance to postsecondary education or training.

4. Completing Postsecondary Education or Training

   All youth should have the option to attend postsecondary education and receive the education and training needed for the quality jobs of today and tomorrow.

5. Successfully Entering the Workforce

   Anyone who wants a job should be able to get a job that allows them to support themselves and their families.

6. Keeping Kids on Track and Giving Them Second Chances

   All youth and young adults should be safe from violent crime; and individuals who are confined should receive the education, training, and treatment they need for a second chance.

About the MBK Youth Advisory Council

The MBK Fairfax Youth Advisory Council is a leadership body made up of young men who work to strengthen opportunities for boys and young men of color in their schools, neighborhoods, and communities.

The objectives of the Youth Advisory Council are to:

• Amplify youth voices and leadership across Fairfax County.
• Advise local leaders on programs and policies that affect boys and young men of color.
• Connect youth perspectives directly to six MBK milestones and work supporting young men from preschool to the workforce.
• Advance equity through One Fairfax by positioning youth as decision-makers and change agents.

Youth Advisory Council Members Will Gain:

• Leadership development and mentoring opportunities
• Volunteer service hours
• A network of youth leaders and mentors