#4 - Changing the Future of our Neighborhoods with Jahmal Cole
#4 - Changing the Future of our Neighborhoods with Jahmal Cole
Welcome to “The Elements of Being” podcast, where I dissect and explore the minds and habits of filmmakers, writers, and industry icons. Essentially, we learn what makes them flip the switch to achieve great feats, goals, and milestones and a chance to geek out over the psychology behind human behavior.
Today, you’ll hear an inspiring conversation with a champion of social justice, Jahmal Cole. His mission is to build a more interconnected Chicago on the pillars of service and education...and this was without a doubt reflected in our time together.
As the founder and CEO of the city’s fastest-growing social impact organization, “My Block. My Hood. My City.”, Jahmal is the creator of an exposure-based education program for teens and a network of volunteer initiatives that serve Chicago communities year-round. Traveling, youth mentorship, and community organizing are the subjects of Jahmal’s highly acclaimed books and speeches. He has spoken to audiences ranging from high school students to the Mayor of Chicago.
Jahmal is most recently the recipient of the 2019 Champion of Freedom Award from Mayor Rahm Emanuel, the 2018 Chicago Defender Men of Excellence Honoree, and the 2018 Chicago City Council Resolution Award. In 2018, he was also named one of the “20 Most Inspiring Chicagoans” by Streetwise Magazine and a Chicagoan of the Year by Chicago Magazine.
The Elements of Being Podcast with Jahmal Cole
Specifically, we discuss:
-How to stir community spirit starting with small gestures
-Inspiration from Uber bumper stickers of all places
-The importance of establishing intent
-Removing yourself from the destructive traps of justification
-Taking responsibility for your conditions and environment
-And much, much more!
Learn more about Jahmal and the foundation on https://www.formyblock.org/. You can also follow him on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter.
“If you show these kids better, they do better.”
— Jahmal Cole
Jahmal Cole in the neighborhoods of Chicago (CHICAGO MAGAZINE)
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