Developing Boys Into Gainfully Employed Men:
Programs: We are Developing Boys into GEM's
Our core programs ultimate approach involves four distinct mentoring programs tailored to the unique needs of middle and high school males
Gemstone Formation 1 & 2
Designed for 7th and 8th grade middle school students moving to high school, and 9th grade high school. This program focuses on introducing academic direction, personality/ career assessment tests, jobs, careers, innovation, and personal resilience.
Gemstone Polishing
Catering to students from middle and high school in at-risk programs or facing suspension, this program provides targeted guidance and support to address challenges and promote positive decision-making.
Gemstone Classification 1 & 2
Targeting 10th, 11th, and 12th grade high school students, this program offers PSAT/SAT/ACT and ASVAB preparation, personality/ career assessment tests, career awareness training, job and career introductions virtually and physically, mentoring, counseling, and internship opportunities to facilitate informed career choices.
Gemstone Clarity
Engaging youth involved in the juvenile court system, this program offers
mentorship and alternative pathways to redirect their lives towards positive outcomes.
DBGEM’s Juvenile Diversion and Empowerment Program (JDEP)
DBGEM’s Juvenile Diversion and Empowerment Program (JDEP) is a structured, strengths-based alternative to traditional juvenile justice intervention that helps young men redirect their lives, build character, and prepare for productive futures. Designed to reduce recidivism and promote accountability, JDEP combines mentoring, academic support, career exposure, and life-skills development to address the root causes of risky behavior while equipping participants with practical tools for success.
Through individualized guidance, workforce readiness training, educational enrichment, and hands-on career exploration, participants gain the confidence, discipline, and direction needed to make positive life choices. The program also strengthens family engagement and community connection, creating a supportive environment that reinforces long-term growth and stability.
JDEP doesn’t just help youth avoid further involvement with the justice system, it prepares them to thrive. By developing responsibility, leadership, and employability, DBGEM empowers young men to become engaged students, dependable workers, and positive contributors to their communities.
Progam Purpose
The DBGEM Juvenile Diversion & Empowerment Program strengthens probation compliance, reduces recidivism, and addresses the root causes of delinquent behavior through structured mentorship, skill development, and family stabilization.
DBGEM provides a legally relevant, developmentally appropriate alternative to deeper system involvement by combining supervision reinforcement with targeted behavioral intervention.
Structured Mentoring
Consistent positive male role models who reinforce accountability, respect for authority, and lawful decision-making.
Anger Mgmt & Emotional Regulation
Evidence-informed instruction on identifying triggers, de-escalation strategies, and responsible expression of emotions.
Impulse Control & Decision Making
Cognitive skill-building focused on cause-and-effect thinking, delayed gratification, and responsible choices
Substance Abuse Awareness & Prevention
Education, early intervention, and behavioral support addressing risk exposure and misuse patterns.
Truancy Intervention & Academic Engagement
Attendance monitoring, school connection support, and motivation strategies that reduce disengagement.
Self-Esteem & Personal Identity Development
Confidence building, goal setting, and healthy identity formation to replace negative behavioral patterns.
Employability Standards Testing
Workplace behavior expectations, professionalism, communication, and responsibility.
Job Readiness & Workforce Exposure
Career awareness, practical skills training, and preparation for lawful economic participation.
Family Stabilization & Environmental Support
DBGEM addresses underlying drivers of delinquency, including:
- Food insecurity and housing instability
- Lack of structured supervision
- Limited access to positive role models
- Household stress and mental health strain
- Poor coping and behavioral regulation skills
Family engagement is integrated to reinforce supervision plans and improve long-term compliance.
Developing Boys into Gainfully Employed Men, Inc. (DBGEM) Male Youth Enrichment Program:
Key Points
DBGEM operates as a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization to provide life preparedness and mentoring for middle and high school boys, particularly those facing challenges in the Suburbs and Greater Metropolitan Atlanta area.
The primary focus of DBGEM is on boys aged 13 to 18, especially those at risk of falling behind in school or becoming involved in the juvenile justice system.
DBGEM serves communities in the Suburbs and Greater Metropolitan Atlanta area, reaching boys who lack focus, drive, motivation, and need support.
DBGEM aims to promote a commitment among boys and their families to develop intentional life preparedness habits, self-discipline, and a sense of purpose for their future. The program focuses on academic support, career exploration, and personal development.
We collaborate with local school districts, churches, homeowner associations, secondary colleges/universities, and the juvenile court systems to reach boys in need and provide comprehensive support.
This program will be designed to offer tailored programs for different age groups:
7th and 8th graders transitioning to high school,
High schoolers preparing for gainful employment, and
Those in need of extra support or guidance.
- Trained, educated professionals and mentors conduct sessions, workshops, and outings to equip boys with essential life skills, career awareness, and job readiness.
- DBGEM plans to sustain its operations through ongoing fundraising efforts, partnerships with businesses and educational institutions, and the support of the local community.
- Our long-term vision is to empower young men who are prepared for life after high school, equipped with the skills, knowledge, and opportunities to pursue meaningful careers and contribute positively to society.
Contact Information
E-mail: contact@dbgem.org
Phone: 678-310-7574
Address:
80 Seven Hills Blvd, Suite 101, PMB 174,
Dallas, Ga. 30132