Commission on Fathers Men and Boys
Recently, our CFMB Vice Chair, Bruce Edwards, Esq. was interviewed on WHUR/Howard University (96.3 FM) 's The Daily Drum with host Harold Fisher. Mr. Edwards spoke about the remarkable collaborative work the Commission does with the Men's Challenge Initiative and expounded on the joys of mentoring, working with the juvenile justice system, community service, and fatherhood.
Click here to listen to the "Taking Back Our Community Thursday" show with Prince George's County Councilmember Edward Burroughs III that aired on January 18, 2024.
The Prince George’s County Commission on Fathers, Men and Boys is an advisory board established in 2019. It provides guidance to the County Executive, the County Council, County agencies, and the public on issues and needs of fathers, men and boys in Prince George’s County, MD according to Council Bill 9-2017.
Vision
The Prince George’s County Commission on Fathers, Men and Boys empowers fathers, men and boys, by advocating policies and procedures that support issues concerning this associated group.
Commission Members
- Robert L. Johnson (Chair)
- Bruce D. Edwards Esq. (Vice Chair)
- Arthur L. Cutler, II (Treasurer)
- Anthony J. McAllister
- Ishaq H. Majeed II
- Anthony Tilghman
- Frederick Rodgers
- Robert F. Windley
- Mel Franklin - Ex-official / Non-voting, appointed by Council Chair Councilmember
Additionally, the Secretary Position is Open.
Connect
To contact the Commission on Father, Men & boys, please email us at: pgccommissiononfathersmenboys@gmail.com.
Due to COVID-19, the Commission on Fathers, Men & Boys will host virtual meetings until further notice. At the below times, you can join the virtual meeting. Agendas are available prior to the meetings. Minutes are available following approval.
| Date | Time |
|---|---|
| January 8, 2024 | 6pm - 8pm |
| February 5, 2024 | 6pm - 8pm |
| March 4, 2024 | 6pm - 8pm |
| April 1, 2024 | 6pm - 8pm |
| May 6, 2024 | 6pm - 8pm |
| June 3, 2024 | 6pm - 8pm |
| July 8, 2024 | 6pm - 8pm |
| September 9, 2024 | 6pm - 8pm |
| October 7, 2024 | 6pm - 8pm |
| November 4, 2024 | 6pm - 8pm |
| December 2, 2024 | 6pm - 8pm |
Agendas & Minutes
Agendas are available prior to the meetings. Minutes are available following approval.
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Commission Liaisons
Elio M. Wade
Program Coordinator, Domestic Violence and Human Trafficking Division
Prince George’s County Department of Family Services #47
Phone 301-265-8402 (office)
6420 Allentown Road | Camp Springs, MD 20748
Email:emwade@co.pg.md.us
Employment
The Commission on Fathers, Men and Boys supports connecting county residents to career readiness, job preparation, and employment opportunities in Prince George's County through our partners at Employ Prince George's, Inc.
For More Information, contact us by email.