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Mshauri Babu Kevin Haggard
Mshauri of The Dogon Kingdom
Mshauri Babu has been a dedicated mentor, leader, and Elder with The Males Place since 2023, bringing a lifetime of wisdom, experience, and commitment to guiding young Black men on their journey to manhood. Beginning as a volunteer and Elder, Babu quickly proved his deep dedication to the Warriors, offering them guidance, hard-earned wisdom, and unwavering support. Through his authentic connections, thoughtful advice, and relentless commitment, he earned the title of Mshauri, a role that reflects his leadership, influence, and devotion to developing the next generation of strong Black men.
As Mshauri of the Dogon Kingdom, Babu is deeply invested in motivating, challenging, and uplifting the Warriors, ensuring that they learn not just from their own experiences but also from his life lessons and the wisdom of those who came before them. He is committed to helping the young men navigate obstacles and avoid the pitfalls that he himself has faced or witnessed. His mentorship is rooted in truth, accountability, and cultural awareness, ensuring that each Warrior understands the significance of their identity, history, and responsibilities as future leaders of their communities.
Babu was born and raised in Louisville, KY, as Kevin D. Haggard, though he is known by many names—Brother Haggard, Khari, Hack—but above all, he is known as “Daddy” to his children. His life has been guided by a deep commitment to justice, integrity, and the principles of Maat. His passion for youth development is not new—it has been a lifelong mission. From an early age, Babu has been involved in coaching and refereeing youth basketball, leading Rites of Passage programs, and developing youth business and educational initiatives. His hands-on approach and genuine care for the Warriors reflect his lifelong belief that our youth must be equipped with the knowledge, tools, and structure to make sound decisions and build a future of success.
Through his guidance, Mshauri Babu ensures that every Warrior at The Males Place gains a sense of purpose, self-respect, and a vision for the future, so that they never feel as if they have nothing to lose—but instead, everything to build, protect, and achieve.
Babu firmly believes that not all lessons must be learned through personal hardship—a philosophy he impresses upon the young men at The Males Place. His mentorship is driven by the powerful words of Dr. Jawanza Kunjufu:
“We have to give our children, especially Black boys, something to lose. Children make foolish choices when they have nothing to lose.”