The Beautillion Militaire

The Beautillion Militaire

The Dayton Chapter of Jack and Jill, Inc. is pleased to host the 55th Annual Beautillion Militaire. It is an exciting and rewarding experience that we have shared with the Dayton community. The Dayton Chapter has proudly presented over 1,400 outstanding African American male high school graduates to the community with the Beautillion Militaire which is a formal military-type presentation. Beaux participate in a 12-week character and leadership program that culminates with the Grand Ball.

The Beautillion Militaire program provides a structured environment where young men are enriched through seminars, workshops, teamwork, leadership activities, social and interpersonal building, and community service. The core Beautillion Militaire program activities include:

Rites of Passage Seminars & Banquet

The Rites of Passage is an ancient African tradition marking the transition from adolescence to adulthood. This six-week program provides mentoring and personal development. The sessions are designed to help build character; learn self-reliance, family values and community responsibility. The program concludes with a ceremony for the young men and their father figures

Community Service

Becoming a leader also means living a life of service to others. Community service helps participants to learn how to give to others without expecting anything in return. Community service also helps participants learn about the community in which they live.

Leadership Workshop

The leadership workshop helps participants conquer challenges and roadblocks that impede communication, teamwork, success in school, and relationships with peers and family. This workshop helps young men think beyond their perceived sphere of influence as leaders do.

Etiquette and Dining

The Etiquette and Dining class is designed to prepare the beaux for everything from a meal with family and friends to a White House dinner. The tools and principles learned during the class help them feel confident and know they are not breaching table and dining etiquette protocol.

The Ohio State House Visit

Each year beaux tour the Ohio State House, speak with government officials, and see firsthand the legislative process.