The Issues
The U.S. Commission on the Social Status of Black Men and Boys is engaged in research, advocacy, and policymaking in a number of key issue areas that affect the health, well-being, and social status of Black males in the United States. Learn about our activities and their impact here.
Criminal Justice & Civil Rights
CSSBMB’s objective is to introduce and/or reintroduce socioeconomic disparities to national, state, and local policymakers and community stakeholders, along with statistics that show the disproportionate number of Black men and boys adversely impacted by the criminal justice system.
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Education
Education is a crucial area of focus for CSSBMB, as access to quality education is vital for the successful outcomes of Black men and boys. CSSBMB acknowledges the complexities of this subject matter and is working alongside its research participants to identify evidence-based solutions that promote educational equity.
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Health & Housing
According to evidence-based research, health and housing are two deeply connected subject areas. The outcomes of one directly impact the other. Research shows that access to affordable housing helps to address health disparities such as mental illness and substance abuse, which are rated as two of the most common health crises for Black males.
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Labor & Employment
Research conducted by CSSBMB shows continued economic disparities affecting Black men’s equal participation in the labor market. Employment disparities, inequitable wages, racial inequalities, and increased unemployment rates are a few of the challenges still impacting the ability of Black men to succeed in the workforce.
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Annual Report
U.S. Commission on the Social Status of Black Men and Boys (CSSBMB) Inaugural Annual Report