DESOTO, Miss. (WMC) – The alumnae of Delta Sigma Theta along with the DeSoto County Sheriff Thomas Tuggle are holding an event on April 18 to help young men develop confidence, make better choices and see themselves as leaders with purpose and potential.
The 2026 FREE event is called, Empowering Males to Build Opportunities for Developing Independence (E.M.B.O.D.I) Conference.
The event will happen at DeSoto Central High School on Saturday, April 18 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Advance registration is required. See below for more details.
The theme of this event is “Developing Kings of Character and Confidence.” The goal is to help young men build confidence, make positive life choices, and see themselves as leaders with both purpose and potential.
“E.M.B.O.D.I. is critical right now because many young men are navigating challenges related to identity, peer pressure, decision-making, and future planning without consistent guidance. This program offers a secure environment for mentorship and empowerment with skill building,” event coordinator Shonyelle Tate said.
Other topics for this event include professionalism, leadership, how education can improve lives and open doors, while encouraging students to take initiative and lead in their communities and schools.
Further topics include financial literacy, wealth-building, teaching young people about smart money making, entrepreneurial mindset, respect, discipline, and accountability.
“The DeSoto County Alumnae Chapter is committed to investing in our youth and strengthening our communities. E.M.B.O.D.I. provides a powerful platform to guide, mentor, and empower young men to become confident leaders of tomorrow,” Chapter President Genarda Wright said.
Parents, if you would like to sign up for this event please fill out this form.
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