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The MAN Network was organized in the fall of 2006 and officially launched January 2007 with the gracious support of The Skillman Foundation. We have been blessed by Almighty God with a great beginning and tremendous growth. We exist to let men know that it's OK to BE A MAN. In a world where there is identity confusion, mistaken identity, and even identity theft it is imperative that Men are affirmed, celebrated and encouraged to return to their God given role in society: LEADERSHIP. That being said, at the heart of our passion is our desire to make the places where our families live, work, and play, safe.


There is a passage in the The Bible that says "while men slept, an enemy came in and sowed tares among the wheat." (Matt. 13:25). John F. Kennedy once said "evil triumphs when good men do nothing." It is time for men everywhere to rise up. We are here to gather the men. We are here to target specific issues and deal with them. We believe our city is moving in a positive direction and the forces that would oppose progress must move out of the way.



In the spirit of true brotherhood we reach out in fellowship to all like passioned endeavors. Light Houses don't compete! We embrace and celebrate all the good efforts of the Block Clubs, Radio Patrols, Peace Keepers, Detroit Arise, The Parent Network, The Akebualn Villege, Inota At One and the Mothers, Fathers, Sisters and Brothers that stand on porches, and corners and watch to keep our children and city safe. To all of the above and many more we say THANK YOU for all you have done. Our former Mayor, Kwame M. Kilpatrick once said, "disorganized love can not defeat organized crime." We are all passionate about something but lets be passionate together and restore the village, rebuild the city, and restore the hope.


We did not pick the fight,

we did not start the fight,

but we are now in the fight

and we can not lose!


All Praise To Jesus​



WHAT WE ARE ABOUT



MAN is the acronym for Maintaining A Neighborhood. The MAN Network is a collaborative effort of Churches in the Osborn community (Detroit North East) to create a network of men that will take a responsible role in the community to provide safety, structure, and support. At the heart of The MAN Network is our commitment to making our communities safer for our children. This strategy is birthed from the united visions of Pastor David Wheeler, Body Builder for Christ, Bishop Tony Russell, New Covenant of Peace, and Deacon Tom Slone, (also of NCOP). We are confident that with the blessing of Almighty God and the united efforts of Church, Law Enforcement, and Community we can and will put the NEIGHBOR back into the HOOD and have a NEIGHBORHOOD.



What We Propose To Do



The goal of the Man Network is to develop a team of up to 300 men in the Osborn area who will be actively engaged in community safety, community involvement, and community support.


What We Expect To Happen

  • An 80% increase in male involvement in community.
  • An annual decrease in crime by 40%
  • The Return of Respect
  • An immediate and noticeable decrease in drug traffic in areas where we patrol.
  • A dramatic decrease in fights, rapes, abductions and other problems that make our children afraid to go to school.
  • Through our Fellowship of Sons (mentorship) Program we expect to see a group of young men who respect themselves, authority, and peers.


IT'S ALL ABOUT RESPECT!



Bishop Tony Russell, Founder
Pastor Valerie Russell, Executive Director



THE MAN NETWORK



THE MAN NETWORK


(313) 445-1360
info@theMANNetwork.org

4777 East Outer Drive
Detroit MI 48234