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In the 21st Century, many Americans continue to fight battles for African-American males who are at the forefront of criminal injustice, unemployment, and low matriculation. With great dominion and urgency, our Nation must ensure all men, regardless of the adversity can succeed and build legacies in their families, communities, and the economy. In this action research study, an ecological system theory was used to analyze the stakeholders who have sought to implement social change initiatives for African-American males. This research answers the question how stakeholders are able to impact positive social change through implementing programs that focus on academia, criminal …