Anita Tillman and students
Anita Tillman, President and CEO of the Tillman Consulting Group, is making a positive impact on the lives of young students in the schools and communities of Baton Rouge, LA. Tillman, an accomplished personal and professional developer, has worked in the consulting business for over 14 years in the political and entertainment realms. Her diverse working history ranges from the campaign manager for House of Representatives elect to the Executive Assistant for No Limit Entertainment. Tillman, a Electrical Engineering graduate of Southern University, has taken her knowledge and skills to the young people in her community to educate, motivate and inspire them for greatness.
Allison Reinhardt and youth from The Roots of Music Program
A month ago I featured an article about Derrick Tabb’s nomination for “CNN Hero of the Year” award. He is being nominated for the great work he is doing with The Roots of Music program which provids the youth of New Orleans a safe haven and an opportunity gain musical and educational instruction. Today’s Community Awareness article features an interview with The Roots of Music co-founder Allison Reinhardt and gives an indepth look into how The Roots of Music Program started and how it has evolved over the years.
COMMUNITY AWARENESS-TAKE THE LEAD FOUNDATION
Take the Lead Foundation
Take the Lead Foundation, L.L.C. was established in 2009 by LaRita Francois-Flotte to provide educational and motivational resources to the community. The organization’s motto “Unlock Your Potential” encompasses the individual’s ability to channel his or her motivation and energy into positive life choices that promote awareness and success.
COMMUNITY AWARENESS- YOUTHanasia FOUNDATION
YOUTHanasia teens with Big Herc, Sess 45, and EF Cuttin
YOUTHanasia Foundation was established in 1997 to combat teen violence in New Orleans. Kimberly Byas-Dilosa, the founder, felt the need to take the steps to protect teens in the community and in her family. After hearing the concerns of others around her, she realized most shared the same concerns. “I had a little sister and younger cousins who were teenagers growing up in ‘the murder capital of the nation.’ So I was compelled to protect them at all cost. So before I knew it, I had a busload of kids following me around (and I was only 22 years old, and a new college grad)!”
