Carl Stokes is an award-winning social worker, educator, and speaker living in the scenic Buffalo, New York with his family.
He is a tenured college professor and received his doctorate in education. His dissertation focuses on Black males and their perseverance in community colleges.
Carl is passionate about working to uplift the Black community. He especially loves mentoring young Black fathers and helping them see their full potential. He also enjoys teaching parenting classes for a small non-profit organization.
On a day off, you might find Carl biking with his wife and daughters… or teaching his pet bird Mango a new word.
Interviews/Press Links:
Dr. Carl Stokes Jr. Story of Hope w/Tammy Lyn Connors (video)
Dr. Carl Stokes Jr. at Jami Masjid Open House (video)
Diamonds in the Rough Panel Discussion (video)
Teacher Success Podcast (Video)
Jami Masjid Promo ft. Dr. Carl Stokes Jr. (Video)
Interview with 20/20 Living (Video)
Transform Your Mind Podcast (Video)
St. John Fisher University
University at Buffalo School of Social Work
Buffalo Association of Black Social Workers
St. John Fisher University
Erie Community College
Buffalo State University
OLV Human Services