Zeta Omega Fatherhood Initiative and Mentoring Committee
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3X3 Father and Son Basketball Tournament
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Fatherhood Initiative and Mentoring Committee: What Matters Most
We are guided by our Four Cardinal Principles to support underserved communities and become champions of those in need.
Our Cardinal Principles
FIMC Co-chair: Dr. Jehoshaphat K. Jones
Manhood serves as a foundational guide for fatherhood and youth initiatives, emphasizing character, accountability, and leadership. In the context of fatherhood programs, this principle encourages men to take active roles in their children's lives by modeling integrity, emotional strength, and responsible decision-making. For youth, particularly young men, programs rooted in Manhood foster a sense of identity and purpose by offering mentorship, life skills training, and positive male role models. These efforts ensure the next generation understands that manhood is not just biological, but a lifelong commitment to service, honor, and personal growth.
Manhood
Scholarship is a critical element in Omega Psi Phi’s commitment to building strong families and communities. Fatherhood and youth programs guided by this principle prioritize education as a pathway to opportunity and empowerment. By encouraging fathers to support their children's academic pursuits—and by offering tutoring, literacy workshops, and college readiness resources for youth—these programs cultivate a culture of learning. Moreover, Omega men often serve as tutors, mentors, and advocates who stress the importance of educational excellence, helping young participants recognize that success begins with a solid academic foundation.
Scholarship
Perseverance reinforces the value of resilience in both fatherhood and youth development. Omega Psi Phi programs that promote this principle help fathers overcome personal and societal challenges—such as incarceration, unemployment, or systemic barriers—by providing them with tools for growth, support networks, and second chances. Likewise, youth are taught the importance of determination and endurance in the face of adversity. Through storytelling, workshops, and one-on-one mentorship, participants are empowered to keep striving toward their goals, regardless of the obstacles they face, understanding that perseverance is a lifelong virtue.
Perseverance
Uplift is the heart of Omega Psi Phi’s service to communities, embodying the spirit of collective responsibility and support. Fatherhood and youth programs infused with this principle seek to elevate entire families by addressing not just individual needs, but also the broader social conditions that impact success. These initiatives may include community service, career development, health education, and financial literacy. Fathers are encouraged to uplift their families by becoming pillars of strength and support, while youth are taught the importance of giving back, building self-worth, and lifting others as they climb. Uplift ensures that no one is left behind, creating a ripple effect of positivity and progress.
