ICBM FastBreak: Move Toward Growth

A 90-minute session that reframe survival

into strategy, and trauma into transformation.

90 Min Session - online via Zoom

Second Wednesday of each month

FastBreak: Move Toward Growth

A 90-minute session that reframe survival into strategy, and trauma into transformation.

ICBM Fastbreak is the heart of the ICBM Workshop Series—an immersive, experience designed to help Black men and their allies move beyond survival and into intentional growth. Building on the foundation laid in Jumpstart, this phase of the journey dives deeper into the hidden architecture of who we’ve become—and who we still can be.

FastBreak

Over the course of this 90-minute session, participants explore three core areas:

Attachment

Attachment
How our earliest connections shape our ability to trust, feel safe, and show up fully in relationships and feel emotionally safe. This section helps uncover how childhood relationships, loss, or neglect may influence how we connect today—and how healing begins with awareness and reflection.

Environment

How the social, cultural, and physical spaces we grew up in continue to influence our habits, mindset, and sense of possibility?How do the spaces we occupy, our neighborhoods, places on work, and cultural systems shape our sense of self? This conversation centers on how social conditions—both nurturing and hostile—trained our minds for survival and how they still echo in our choices and how we show up emotionally.

Development

How do our personal and collective histories affect the way we mature, cope, and navigate transitions across life stages? Our past doesn’t define us, but it may shape our foundational beliefs. We look at how identity, masculinity, and emotional habits developed over time—and how to interrupt what no longer serves you while preserving what still empowers and strengthens you.

Through storytelling, small group dialogue, guided reflection, and culturally grounded frameworks, Fastbreak helps participants reframe old narratives, reconnect to their emotional center, and begin reengineering their sense of purpose and identity.

Again, we’re not here to fix you—just to remind you of who you are and who you are becoming.

Whether you’re confronting generational wounds or looking to create new patterns of growth, Fastbreak is where transformation begins.

Frequently Asked Questions
When is the session held?

FastBreak is held on the second Wednesday of each month and runs for 90 minutes.

Who can attend these sessions?

These sessions are centered on the experiences of Black men, but women are welcome and encouraged to attend. Their participation offers valuable perspective and fosters a deeper understanding of the obstacles men face in the broader society. Men are defined by the communities that nurture and embrace them.

Can I attend more than once?

Yes! Many participants choose to revisit sessions to deepen their learning and strengthen their growth over time.

What will I take away from this experience? 

You’ll leave with more than just concepts. Expect a clearer sense of self, renewed energy, and practical tools to move through life with purpose and intention. Most importantly, you’ll connect with a community of brothers committed to creating what doesn’t yet exist.

Are these sessions in person or online?

All sessions are held online via Zoom, making them easy to join from anywhere. Links and access details are sent after registration.

Do I need any prior preparation or materials?

No special preparation is needed. We recommend having a notebook or journal ready for reflections and any prompts shared during the sessions.

Are these sessions interactive or lecture style?

They are highly interactive. Each session includes teaching moments, live polls, breakout conversations, and reflection prompts to keep participants actively engaged.

Can I register for more than one session at a time?

Yes! You can register for Jumpstart, Fastbreak, and Endzone individually or secure your spot for all three at once.

What if I can’t attend live—will recordings be available?

No recordings are available. Each session is designed to be experienced live to maintain confidentiality, engagement, and the integrity of group interaction.

Is there a cost to attend?

Each session has its own registration fee listed on the Eventbrite page. Discounts may be available when registering for all three sessions.

What kind of support is available between sessions?

Participants receive follow‑up materials, reflection prompts, and optional resources to continue their growth between sessions.

Is this group therapy?

No. These sessions are workshops, not therapy. They are educational and transformative experiences that provide tools, insights, and guided reflection—not clinical counseling or mental health treatment.

Will my image or likeness be used in ICBM materials?

We may capture screenshots or short video clips during sessions for use in future ICBM promotional materials—such as our website, brochures, or social media. A release form will be provided for you to review and sign before any likeness is used. If you prefer not to be included, you can opt out on the form and your image will not be used.

“Communication is a two-way street, really; it’s a matter of listening to one another.”

— James Baldwin