Character, respect and courage workshops for the young men in your church.
Pastors, youth ministers and men's ministry leaders are often the adults boys trust most outside their homes. The G-Code by Gentlemen's Factory gives your ministry a structured, practical way to talk with them about respect, accountability, healthy relationships, consent and the courage to do the right thing when friends don't.
- For
- Youth groups, men's ministries, parent ministries and faith-based community organizations
- Ages
- Boys in grades 7–12 and their parents
- Delivery
- Virtual nationwide; in-person by arrangement
Raising young men who protect, not exploit, the people around them.
Many congregations already teach boys to honor others, tell the truth and take responsibility. What young men often lack is practice: what to actually say when a group chat turns cruel, a party gets dangerous, or a friend is about to cross a line.
The G-Code focuses on that practice. Students learn what consent means, how to read a situation, and how to step in, and they write a personal code of conduct they present to their peers. Parents learn how to keep the conversation going at home.
The G-Code is not a religious curriculum and does not teach theology. It is a values-driven educational program that many faith communities find aligns with what they already teach about character, dignity and respect. We'll talk with your leadership about your community's values and how sessions can complement your ministry's own teaching.
Youth workshops, parent sessions and group cohorts.
Availability depends on dates and group size; formats marked "by arrangement" are confirmed on a planning call.
Sponsor seats or enroll a group
Enroll families from your congregation in the public virtual G-Code cohorts for grades 7–8, 9–10 and 11–12 and the parent cohort, or sponsor scholarship seats for boys who couldn't otherwise attend.
Share the free parent workshop
Invite parents to "The Talk Before Campus," a free live session with Jeff Lindor on October 20 at 8:00 pm ET. Registration is open.
Youth group workshop
A facilitated session for your youth group on respect, boundaries, peer pressure and the courage to speak up, adapted for middle school or high school students.
Parent and men's ministry session
A session for fathers, mothers and mentors on how to talk with sons about consent, parties, alcohol and phones, and how to model respect at home.
Private church cohort
A multi-week G-Code cohort for young men from your congregation or ministry network, ending with each young man presenting his personal code.
Tailored engagement
Retreats, rites-of-passage programs and mentoring initiatives can incorporate G-Code sessions. Tell us what you're building.
Character they can name, and courage they've practiced.
Respect
Boundaries, asking permission and treating people with dignity, in person and online.
Accountability
Character over reputation, owning mistakes and keeping commitments to peers.
Courage
Practiced words for stepping in when a friend or group crosses a line.
Judgment
Recognizing risky situations, especially around alcohol, and having a plan.
Before you book.
Where can our youth ministry book a workshop for boys?
Use the inquiry form on this page. Tell us your group's size, ages and preferred dates, and we'll schedule a short planning call.
Is the content appropriate for church youth groups?
Content is age-appropriate and separated by grade. The middle school material focuses on respect, boundaries, digital behavior and standing up for others and is not explicit. We'll walk your leadership through session content in advance.
Will it conflict with our church's teaching?
The G-Code teaches respect, consent, accountability and courage. It doesn't teach theology or take positions on doctrine. Many faith leaders find it complements their teaching; we encourage you to review the curriculum outline with us first.
What safeguards are in place for minors?
Parental consent for every student, background checks for all adults, two adults present at all times, and student sessions that are never recorded. See About & Safety for details.
Can a church sponsor boys who can't afford the program?
Yes. Churches and individual members can sponsor scholarship seats in the public cohorts. Mention it in your inquiry, or contact us about sponsorship.
Related reading: What is bystander intervention? A guide for teens and parents.
Bring the G-Code to your church.
Tell us about your ministry and the young men you serve. We'll follow up to talk through options, dates and how sessions can fit your community.
A member of our team replies within two business days. Nothing here commits your organization to anything.
Thank you.
Your inquiry is with our team, and we'll reply within two business days to schedule a short planning call.