HANO'S Men's Empowerment Summit

The Housing Authority of New Orleans (HANO) invites you to the first-ever Men’s Empowerment Summit, Stand Up — a powerful half-day experience designed to celebrate and uplift men in our community. This event will focus on creating pathways to self-sufficiency and success while honoring the strength, resilience, and leadership of men who inspire change in New Orleans and beyond.

This community-centered summit will feature engaging discussions, personal stories of perseverance, and practical tools for growth in areas such as leadership, entrepreneurship, and homeownership. Guests will also enjoy networking opportunities, live music, and a chance to connect with local resources that promote stability and empowerment.

Event Highlights:

• Welcome Address by Earl Randall, Director of Client Affairs & Community Relations
• Poet/Spoken Word Performance by Isaac B. Nettera
• Homeownership Overview with Fred Johnson
• Panel Discussion: Men Who Lead and Inspire featuring Ronald Carrere, Oscar Brown, Aulston Taylor, and Jamar McKneely
• Panel Discussion: Men in Entrepreneurship featuring Paul Irons, Gregoire Tillery, Larry Morrow, Edgar “Dook” Chase, and James Mayes, Bernard Robertson
• Live Musical Performance by Sedrick Hawkins
• Networking Coffee Hour and Catered Lunch Provided

Join us for a day of connection, purpose, and empowerment as we celebrate the power of the three D’s — Dedication, Determination, and Discipline — and the men who embody them every day.

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Host or Publisher The Housing Authority of New Orleans