Representatives from African American Greek-letter fraternities gather for a photo during the “3rd Annual Live Nobly” Father’s Day Celebration at the Cobb County Adult Detention Center. 

Cobb County Sheriff’s Office Celebrates Fatherhood and Personal Growth at the 3rd Annual “Live Nobly” Father’s Day Program 

The Cobb County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) hosted its annual “Live Nobly” Father’s Day Program on Thursday, June 18, 2026, at the Cobb County Adult Detention Center. The event brought together community leaders, faith leaders, and members of the Divine Nine fraternities to encourage and inspire detainees through messages centered on fatherhood, personal responsibility, leadership, and positive community engagement.

The program was emceed by Chief of Staff David Jones and featured remarks from Sheriff Craig Owens, Detention Center Commander Col. Michael Williams, and Dr. J. Sebastian Anderson, director of the Parenting 101 Program. Dr. Anderson led participants in an affirmation statement focused on personal growth and the importance of fatherhood.

Representatives from Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc., Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc., Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc., Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc., and Iota Phi Theta Fraternity, Inc. shared powerful messages of mentorship, accountability, service, and perseverance. Speakers encouraged attendees to embrace opportunities for change, strengthen family relationships, and return to their communities with purpose.

The program also included voter education and civic engagement remarks from Edward Davis, chairman of Voter Registration, Education, and Mobilization for the Omega Psi Phi Georgia State Organization.

Through meaningful dialogue and personal testimony, the “Live Nobly” program reinforced the Cobb County Sheriff’s Office’s commitment to rehabilitation, family engagement, and preparing individuals for successful reentry into society. The annual event continues to provide a platform for encouragement, reflection, and hope as participants work toward becoming stronger fathers, leaders, and community members.

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Photos

:: Courtesy of the Cobb County Sheriff’s Office::

Sheriff Craig Owens speaks with detainee fathers during the 3rd Annual Live Nobly Fatherhood Program, encouraging them to remain present, engaged and committed to their families regardless of the challenges they face on their journey.

Edward Davis, chairman of Voter Registration, Education and Mobilization for the Omega Psi Phi Georgia State Organization, speaks with detainees during the 3rd Annual Live Nobly Fatherhood Program about civic engagement and the voter registration process.

Detainee fathers listen attentively as community leaders and fraternity members share messages of fatherhood, accountability, personal growth and the importance of building a positive legacy for their families.

Dr. J. Sebastian Anderson stands alongside a detainee father as he reads a poem written for his children during the 3rd Annual Live Nobly Fatherhood Program, highlighting reflection, accountability and the importance of family connection.

Dr. H. Benjamin Williams shares words of encouragement with detainee fathers during the 3rd Annual Live Nobly Fatherhood Program, emphasizing growth, accountability and the importance of leading with purpose.

Members of the Divine Nine fraternities pose for a group photo following their participation in the 3rd Annual Live Nobly Fatherhood Program, where they shared messages of mentorship, leadership and fatherhood with detainee fathers.