The organization, 100 Black Men, Inc., has provided decades of work in creating change in a positive way for minorities through mentorship, wellness, and economic development. Eric Friall, President of the Tallahassee Area Chapter, discusses how his organization is focusing on back to school preparedness, technology access, and mentoring over a lifetime. Interview recorded: February 13th, 2019


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