Keni Chu

Many of us grew up hearing the phrase, “children are seen and not heard.” For some, that meant children were expected to be quiet, obedient, and never question adults or authority. At the time, that may have been viewed as teaching respect. However, over time, experience and evidence have shown us that silence does not always create respect. Many times, it creates distance. When that distance goes unaddressed, it can grow into disconnection, emotional harm, and, in some cases, patterns that...

Church Boi Empowerment Company is proud to celebrate Keni Church-Hines (Ms. Kay) for being featured on a Fireside Chat on Good Mental Health and Self-Care , hosted by Together for Resilient Youth (T.R.Y.) . The YouTube video is titled “Welcome to our Fireside Chat on Good Mental Health and Self-Care!” This conversation brought together three local professionals to speak to the needs of children, men, and women in our community through honest, practical, and uplifting guidance on mental...

Let’s be honest: talking about mental health, boundaries, and stress at home can be incredibly tough. Often, teens feel misunderstood or judged, while parents and caregivers feel shut out or overwhelmed. The love is there, but the communication often breaks down. At Church Boi Empowerment Company , we believe it doesn't have to be this way. That’s why we are thrilled to announce our upcoming project: a two-part "Youth & Parent Voices" panel series. What is the "Youth & Parent Voices" Series?...