Why Man Up?
The enormous amount of data that suggests a need for more effective male teachers of color in our schools is the propeller behind this movement.Man Up Teacher Fellowship’s purpose is to provide a talent pipeline of men of color who can be impactful in any school setting and will work relentlessly to ensure the success of all students. Man Up Teacher Fellows will have an opportunity to earn a Master’s of Education degree from one of our partner institutions of higher education at no cost.

Men of color make up less than 2%
of the nation’s teachers.
Man Up Teacher Fellowship, Inc. is changing this!
Man Up Teacher Fellowship, Inc. is changing this!
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Cohort 2
Class of 2019
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“Piece by Piece” Man Up is Making a Difference
03.16.2021
Man Up & The Kelly Clarkson Show Man Up Teacher Fellowship was featured on the Kelly Clarkson Show on Monday, February 1st, 2021. The significance of this accomplishment and this date cannot be understated. First and foremost, Black History Month was begun to recognize, celebrate and reflect on Black Americans and their contributions to America. […]
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