EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Dr. Charles L. Willis, Jr.
Dr. Charles L. Willis, Jr. is the Executive Director of the Birmingham Omega Lamplighters. Dr. Willis is a native of Birmingham, Alabama and a 1997 initiate of the Alpha Phi Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Incorporated.
Dr. Willis is a graduate of both Tuskegee University, University of West Alabama, and the University of Montevallo. Dr. Willis holds a Ph.D in Educational Leadership and Administration from the University of Alabama at Birmingham.
About Us
The Alpha Phi Chapter of Omega Lamplighters
The Omega Lamplighters (OLL) is a youth leadership organization for young men ages 12-18 founded in 2008 by two brothers of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Incorporated: Bro. Royle King & Bro. Simeon Nelson.
Our organization is proudly sponsored by the Omega Bridge Builders Foundation and the Alpha Phi Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Incorporated.
Our mission is to increase high school graduation rates through mentoring.
Our vision is to see every student graduate high school and become a positive, constructive, and contributing member of society.
Our aim is to turn good young men into GREAT young men!
CORE VALUES
Omega Lamplighters participate in projects that will expose young men to the benefits of planning, organizing, thought collaboration, while simulating good leadership characteristics designed to raise their aspiration levels.
Our four principles:
● Leadership
● Academics
● Maturity
● Perseverance
Thank You
We couldn't accomplish our goals without the help of supporters like you. Thank you for your time and donations that makes this possible!
PROGRAM GOALS
Cultural & Education
To provide exposure to cultural and educational opportunities
Social Exploration
To create social exploration experiences
Citizenship
To develop a sense of community while learning new life skills
Mentorship
To establish friendships through mentoring that will last a lifetime.