Brothers On The Rise

02/10/2024

🌟 Empowering Oakland's Youth:
BROTHERS ON THE RISE’s Mission 🌟

At Brothers on the Rise we're on a mission to uplift and empower the incredible youth and young men of color in Oakland every single day! 💪🏾 Our focus? Harnessing the power of the great outdoors and nature to fuel positive mental health and personal development. 🌳

That's why we're dedicated to providing Manhood Development & enriching outdoor experiences that foster growth, resilience, and joy among our community's youth. From hiking trails to camping adventures to beautiful pacific coast beaches, we're all about getting our young leaders outside and thriving! 🏞️

Join us in celebrating the transformative impact of nature on mental well-being and the boundless potential of Oakland's youth. Together, we're cultivating a brighter, greener future for all! 🌟

📰 Dive Deeper: Check out this enlightening NYT article discussing the crucial link between outdoor therapy and mental health! 🌿 Discover how connecting with nature can be a powerful tool in combating depression and anxiety. Let's continue the conversation and explore the positive impact of the great outdoors on the well-being of youth together.
Read the article here:https://www.nytimes.com/2024/02/05/well/mind/outdoor-therapy-depression-anxiety.html

Mental health practitioners are hiking, camping and braving the elements with their clients — all in an effort to help them connect with the Earth, and with themselves.

01/13/2024

🌟 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s Day, Monday, January 15th, 2024!

🌳🌲Youth and Staff from Brothers on the Rise & Friends of Sausal Creek are uniting for a day of service, transforming and enhancing the beauty of Oakland's Dimond Park’s Sausal Creek.

🌿 Coming together to make a positive impact on our public open spaces!

01/13/2024

🌟 A Day of Service- Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s Day, Monday, January 15th, 2024!
🌳🌲Youth and Staff from Brothers on the Rise & Friends of Sausal Creek are uniting for a day of service, transforming and enhancing the beauty of Oakland's Dimond Park’s Sausal Creek. 🌿 Coming together to make a positive impact on our public open spaces!

07/28/2023

During this wonderful summer week, our boys and young men had the incredible opportunity to partake in an enriching journey with our valued partners, the Audubon Canyon Ranch group. Led by our engaged and curious participants, the group ventured into the stunning landscapes of Martin Griffin Preserve (north of Stinson Beach, Marin Co.), immersing themselves in a world of captivating outdoor experiences. They delved into the fascinating realm of reptiles and amphibians, gained insights into diverse habitats, and discovered the beauty of local flora and fauna. Amidst the serene surroundings, the boys also had the chance to practice Tai Chi under the majestic Redwoods, embracing the tranquility and harmony of the outdoors. It was truly a week filled with growth, discovery, and appreciation for the wonders of nature.

07/28/2023

"🎓🌟 Celebrating Our Exceptional Senior BOTR Interns, Gerardo & Jesus!! 🌟🎓

Proudly sporting their new BOTR watches, these graduates have been amazing mentors and dedicated leaders. Congratulations to Gerardo (L) and Jesus (R)! 🕰️🎉

07/26/2023

We are thrilled to extend our deepest gratitude to the Outdoor Equity Grants Program, created through AB 209 and administered by California State Parks Office of Grants & Local Services, for their incredible support! 🙏🏽

🌳🌲🌞 Because of their generous funding, Brothers on the Rise in strong partnership with Point Reyes National Seashore Association (PRNSA) continues to make a positive impact in our community.

Thank you for believing in our mission and helping us create a brighter future for all! 🤝


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This program funded by the Outdoor Equity Grants Program, created through AB209 and administered by California State Parks, Office of Grants and Local Services.

04/08/2022

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In a historic first, the Senate Thursday narrowly confirmed Ketanji Brown Jackson to become the first Black woman on the Supreme Court. Three Republican senators joined all 50 Democrats in voting for Jackson. LaDoris Cordell, who became the first Black woman judge in northern California and recently...

03/29/2022

Over the weekend, we had the opportunity to meet safely with a group of our youth at our local water stream, Sausal Creek, in the Dimond District, Oakland, CA. We are venturing in groups more, especially outside like this past Saturday. We are continuing our Trail Brothers initiative by emphasizing the relaxing and therapeutic value of outdoor spaces, including local parks, which are so easy to get to and enjoy. Our interns and participants had a chance to learn and share different ways of combining breathing and quietness for an afternoon of mitigation from the hustle and bustle of urban living. Additionally, we spoke about rituals of gathering around fire pits, around each other at night, and how young men and men have done so for thousands of years passing on stories, strengthening ones culture while outdoors. We also played games of attention and focus with Japanese- leather covered-bamboo swords.
Overall, it was a wonderful day spent instilling in our youth a passion for the outdoors and the concept that these and other parks belong to all of us with the responsibility to take care of them for present and future generations.

03/08/2022

Happy International Women’s Day!

“No country can ever truly flourish if it stifles the potential of its women and deprives itself of the contributions of half of its citizens.”
— Michelle Obama

In allyship with girls and women, always.
Call out instances of bias against women in the workplace, at school and at home. Shout out, much love & support to our youth’s Moms, their Sisters, their Auntees, … Abuelas, Primas, Amigas, Mentors, Teachers, Friends, and Partners.
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03/06/2022

Our Co-Executive Director, Martin L Díaz, Jr. spoke with KTVU’s Jana Katsuyama about the State of California’s Department of Public Health’s devastating report showing the su***de rate of young Black Californians doubling since 2014.

“At Brother on the Rise we talk to & teach our boys and young men of color about expressing themselves openly, demystifying and learning to let go of male toxicity…, learnings that help male youth discuss their traumas, they’re life experiences.“
-ML Diaz, Jr.

“…Unfortunately, Black men often suffer in silence… The more we talk about it, the more we normalize the conversation… Dispelling myths is also key”. (paraphrase)
-Nettie Jones, MS, LPC

The pandemic is taking a toll on children's mental health and experts are sounding an alarm about a disturbing increase in depression and su***de among Black youth.

02/15/2022

Happy Asian Lunar Year.
Supporting and wishing our Asian youth, families, and community great happiness and prosperity this 2022, Year of the Tiger.
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