Belong. Lead. Thrive.
I help men of color who’ve experienced foster care or adoption discover their voice, build resilience, and step into leadership—with strategies informed by both real-life experience and research.
Learn More About: The EmpowerMENt Framework
Why EmpowerMENt?
I know firsthand what it means to search for belonging. Born in Knoxville, TN, and adopted as a same-race Black child, I grew up wrestling with identity and place—wondering where I fit and who I could look to as a model.
While deeply loved, I often felt “the only one” in many spaces. Those gaps shaped my questions, my perspective, and ultimately, my purpose.
Today, as a same-race Black adoptee, educator, and founder of EmpowerMENt, I create healing-centered, identity-affirming spaces where Black men and adoptees can belong, grow, and lead with confidence.
Through years of serving and leading in nonprofits, faith-based organizations, and higher education, I’ve seen the profound impact of mentoring and belonging—or the absence of it. I hold a Doctor of Education in Leadership, a Master’s in Organizational Leadership, and a B.S in Communications: PR/Advertising.
I blend my adoption story, research, and leadership expertise to design programs, consulting, workshops, and mentoring that move people from surviving to thriving.
EmpowerMENt is more than a name — it’s a living framework born from my story, helping others claim belonging, lead with courage, and thrive on their own terms.
How the EmpowerMENt Framework Works
EmpowerMENt builds belonging and leadership through cross-mentoring, inspiring workshops, and coaching rooted in identity and purpose.
Transformational Mentoring Programs
Mentoring Cohorts/Coaching: For men of color with foster/adoption roots to grow in purpose, resilience, and healing.
Workshops & Keynotes
Inspiring talks and group workshops on narrative, leadership, and healing from lived experience.
Org Training/Consulting:
Culturally informed insights/strategies for community partners to support men of color with lived experience.
Digital Tools & Content
Guides, webinars, and resources for men of color in foster care/adoption—grow at your own pace.
Our Mission & Vision
Mission:
To equip Black men and adoptees with tools for healing, growth, and leadership, creating equitable opportunities through mentorship, advocacy, and education.
Vision:
A world where Black men and adoptees thrive as confident, purpose-driven leaders who break barriers and inspire change.
The focus is on how to navigate thsoe unqiue experiences—meeting you where you are and guiding you forward with intention.
Let’s see how we can do this work together
Community Testimonials/Impact
These are the journeys of those I’ve walked with—moving toward belonging, clarity, and the courage to lead their lives with purpose.
Executive Director - Tennesse Educational Nonprofit
Dr. Anthony's consulting practices transformed our mentoring program, boosting engagement, retention, and outcomes for educators of color.
Adolescent & Adult Therapy Psychologist - Tennessee based
Dr. Anthony's empathy and insight are unmatched. He strives to creat spaces of healing and growth for Black male adoptees.
EmpowerMENt Consulting Mentorship Program Participant
The S.M.A.R.T. goal-setting session helped me build a more balanced and sustainable lifestyle.