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Brothers Building A Better Nation (BBABN) is a Newark-based non-profit with the core mission of mentoring and supporting young men of color. Our vision is to empower them to overcome challenges, achieve their potential, and build a brighter future.

On this page, you can learn more about our history, our dedicated team, and how to get in touch with us. We are passionate about creating positive change, and we invite you to join us in making a difference.

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Our History

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Board of Directors

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Quadeer Porter

Executive Director / Founder

As the visionary founder of BBABN, Quadeer provides strategic leadership and direction, overseeing all operations and serving as our primary spokesperson. He is committed to sustainable growth and robust stakeholder relationships.

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Oshane Barret

Treasurer

Oshane manages our finances with precision, preparing financial reports, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. His expertise supports our mission through meticulous budget oversight and financial planning.

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Romaine Brown

Secretary

Romaine ensures our organization runs smoothly by maintaining records, preparing meeting agendas, and managing board communications with impeccable organization and support.

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Mike Pierre

Vice President of Marketing and Communications

Mike leads our marketing initiatives, crafting strategies that enhance our public image and engagement through innovative social media and digital marketing efforts.

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Letter from Our Founder.

      In his 1884 book The Parables of Jesus, James Wells narrates a story that beautifully encapsulates the essence of human kinship. A little girl, straining under the weight of a baby boy she carries, responds to a query about her burden with innocence and sincerity: "No, he's not heavy; he's my brother." This sentiment, echoed in Ralph Waldo Trine's 1918 publication, The Higher Powers of Mind and Spirit, and immortalized in the title of a column by Roe Fulkerson in 1924, speaks volumes about the profound bonds of brotherhood.....