Meet Robert Cooper Jr.

Founder & Executive Director, Young Men Becoming Men, Inc.
Certified Family Engagement Specialist | National Keynote Speaker | Trauma-Informed Leadership Expert

Robert Cooper Jr. is a nationally recognized voice in youth empowerment, trauma-informed care, and family engagement. As the founder of Young Men Becoming Men, Inc., he leads the G.O.A.T. Leadership Experience — a premium, outcomes-based intervention that equips young men with the tools to overcome adversity and lead with purpose.

Raised in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Robert transformed personal pain into professional impact. His journey from trauma to triumph fuels his mission: to help students feel seen, heard, and equipped to thrive. Through his work, he’s reached thousands of students across the country, delivering measurable improvements in retention, engagement, and emotional wellness.

Robert partners with schools and districts to deliver strategic programming backed by data, testimonials, and alignment with Title I, ESSER, and grant funding.