Black Long Island honors the life and legacy of Dr. Hazel N. Dukes, a civil rights icon, fierce advocate for justice, and longtime leader of the NAACP New York State Conference.

Keith L Banks Owner of Sir Shave Barber Parlor and the entire staff at Sir Shave open their doors to support the “Men’s Talk “ Conference platform.. The event was filled with great conversation and accountability towards one common goal.. That goal is to be present in our youths lives for the long haul Panelists included Assemblyman Kwani B. O'Pharrow District 11 of the New York State Assembly , Robbie Johnson Community Advocate, Daniel Marcano President of The Wyandanch Teachers Association, Godson Michel Founder of Blue Surge Marketing, Cashus Brooks , William Certain Co-Founder of Spin The Yard, Raumert C. Hurbert President of the NAAIA - Tri State Chapter, Raz Master Barber and Community Liaison for Sir Shave Barber Parlor and Moderator Heath A. Broughton Founder of Man in The Mirror. Thanks to Gerren Nixon Founder of G.P. Management for all the hard work and putting together such an amazing event.