About the Eracism Foundation, Inc.
Eracism Foundation Background:
Eracism Foundation Inc. is a 501c3 Nonprofit Public Benefit Corporation that was founded on January 5, 2006 by Oscar Winning Actor Louis Gossett Jr., who upon envisioning the organization, has committed the last quadrant of his life to an all out conscious offensive against racism, violence, and ignorance relative to the role and significance of history in positioning individuals and collective communities for the future.
Mission:
Our mission is to eradicate the systematic impacts of all forms of racism by providing programs that foster cultural diversity, historical enrichment, education, and antiviolence initiatives.
Vision:
The organization is grounded in its vision to contribute to the betterment of our society by addressing the negative impacts of racism therein. By addressing these issues, connecting individuals to their history/culture, and empowering them with the appropriate educational and training resources available in our programs, we will position the recipients of these services to improve the quality of life in their respective communities. It is our belief that through this vital connection to such services and a connection to their past, individuals will be better equipped to embark on a positive future for the benefit of their collective communities in the process
Position:
Our position is to serve as a vital resource between communities impacted by violence and their access to the tools necessary to improve their current circumstances:
Engaging youth involved in gang activity with a series of intensive antiviolence camp initiatives and forums designed to promote peace, antiviolence, personal responsibility, and re-entry into positive, productive citizenship.
Educating the community through after school programs focusing on mentoring and tutorial services to nurture the academic and professional development of children from diverse communities.
Historically enriching the community and promoting diversity through a series of documentaries, psychodramas, plays, and interactive videos addressing the historical contributions and current relevance of these efforts in improving the quality of life among today’s youth and adults alike.
Words To Think On For February 2
Breaking Habits— Carleen Brice, Walk Tall
“I’ve always hated to exercise, and I always will.” “I know I should be taking classes after work, but I just never get around to it.” “I’ll write my résumé next week.” Sound familiar?
No doubt about it—it’s hard to break habits. But we can break negative habits by giving up excuses and taking responsibility for our actions. There’s much more potency in saying, “I choose to quit smoking,” than there is in saying, “If I get lung cancer, I guess it’s just my time to go.” Accepting responsibility is only the beginning.
We will need to find assistance with addictions to alcohol, drugs, nicotine, food, gambling, and sex. We can’t recover alone. There are support groups, therapists, and programs for just about every type of compulsive behavior. Our first step toward breaking a negative habit can be to open the phone book and seek help.
We can break less dangerous habits by substituting a new, healthier habit in place of the old. If we always watch TV in the evening, we can start a new habit of going for a walk right after work, or turning on the stereo, or reading a book. If we never have enough time to complete our work, we can make a new habit of arriving at the office ten minutes early. Whatever the negative habit, substitute a positive one in its place.
I eliminate bad habits instead of excusing them.