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In the heart of East Oakland, a modest building bearing the sign "Ok Program of Oakland" stands as a beacon of hope. Despite its unassuming appearance, this organization harbors profound intentions – to mend the rift between law enforcement and the Black community.
Our Founder will be a panelist for the U.S. Commission on Civil Rights, in Washington DC, on November 17th, 2023. He will be speaking on how violent crime impacts the relationship between police and the Black community, and what can be done about it.
“A dedication to all the Black boys who’ve never seen Black doctors.”
Dr. Antonio Igbokidi
National OK Program recognizes Doctor Antonio Igbokidi. Antonio is the first OK Program Alumni to become a medical doctor.
Antonio is 28 years old and is an OK Program of Little Rock Alumni, Class of 2013.
Congratulations young man. Our entire organization is proud of you!
Bishop Bob Jackson of Acts Full Gospel Church was recognized for devoting his life to the community he grew up in.
For the second time, Auto Plus Towing & Auto Body partnered with the OK Program of Oakland to award the most qualified OK Program participant with a vehicle upon graduation.
“I hope I leave behind a legacy of kindness and forgiveness that lives on in my family and children that I mentor.”
The OK program partnered with Auto Plus Towing to deliver the 2015 Mazda to Denzel. "We put tires, serviced it, painted it, cleaned it. Whatever it needed," said Auto Plus Towing Owner Donnie Robinson.
Both groups hope this car will be a way to pay it forward and help the young man who's off to college next fall with a wrestling scholarship.
