These are just a few ways to ensure that African American children get the education they need to become successful adults. Provide financial support and incentives for African American entrepreneurs who wish to initiate businesses within the African American community. Invest in programs for children to improve the safety, health and well-being of African American children. The report found that the family is one major social support network that is used to cope with economic and societal pressures in and on the African American community. Family networks provide emotional support and guidance as the African American family struggles with socioeconomic, physical and psychological challenges.
Extended families become particularly important for single parent families.
The extended family can reduce stress, encourage coping behaviors and assist in working through problems by nurturing and providing positive role models. Community members cite religion and spirituality as vital elements in the lives of many African Americans.