Angry. Violent. Irresponsible. Thug. Gangster. Baby Daddy. Tired of seeing the same negative stereotypes of Black men in the media? We all are. Now let's do something about it.
The 2025 Game Changers Project – A Call for Videos
We're looking for a few exceptional African American men with compelling stories to share for a chance to win a paid media fellowship. We're looking for fellows from the following cities*:
New Orleans
Chicago
Milwaukee
Philadelphia
* Not on the list? Don't worry, we'll be bringing the project to you as things get underway!
What's in it for you?
Winners will be awarded a two-month paid fellowship
Stipend
Professional digital media training
Video camera and equipment
National video blog on major media network and possible TV appearances
Opportunities to share your story with influential community partners
Whether you're a single father posing as a super hero for your kids, a formerly incarcerated individual mastering the game in higher education, a self-made entrepreneur contributing to society, an advocate for social justice, or a health and fitness guru — we want to hear from you. DOWNLOAD THE SUBMISSION APPLICATION (233K PDF) AND EMAIL IT TO INFO@2025BMB.ORG.
SUBMISSION DEADLINE FOR APPLICANTS FROM PHILADELPHIA, MILWAUKEE AND NEW YORK IS OCTOBER 8, 2010.
To Apply
Produce a 3-5 minute video (500MB max) telling us how you're "changing the game" in one or more of the following areas: education, employment, health, fatherhood, and justice.
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Upload the video here, or to YouTube. YouTube videos should be tagged with the keywords "2025 BMB," "Gamechanger," and the theme you are addressing). Use our NOTIFIER after the video is uploaded. DOWNLOAD THE SUBMISSION APPLICATION (233K PDF) AND EMAIL IT TO INFO@2025BMB.ORG THE APPLICATION DEADLINE FOR PARTICIPANTS IN PHILADELPHIA, MILWAUKEE AND NEW YORK IS OCTOBER 8, 2010.
If you don't have access to a computer or video camera, please send us a short essay (500 words max) about your life and how you are changing the game. Email the essay (pdf or Microsoft Word doc only) to info@2025bmb.org.
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The Areas
Education – Show us how you are pursuing higher education, teaching or mentoring against the odds.
Health – Maybe you're living with AIDS, fighting prostate cancer, or caring for others in the community, tell us how you thrive.
Justice, Rights and Responsibilities – Whether you're formerly incarcerated or fighting on behalf of those who are, share your journey for justice.
Employment & Wealth – Did you turn a side hustle into a full-scale business or use your corporate success to help others? Share your story.
Fatherhood – Share your journey to fatherhood or the joys of being a stay-at-home dad. We want to hear from the fathers who strengthen fragile families.
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Deadline: All videos or essays for applicants from Philadelphia, Milwaukee and New York must be received by 5pm on OCTOBER 8, 2010
About the Program
What: The 2025 Game Changer Project: A media fellowship for African American males living in the following cities: Chicago, New Orleans, Philadelphia, and Milwaukee.
Who: Presented by Forwardever Media, the 2025 Game Changer Project is a national program sponsored by the Open Society Institute's Campaign for Black Male Achievement. The program puts the power of digital media production and distribution into the hands of selected leaders in various communities across the country.
