05/20/2026
I am truly honored to receive the Health and Community Impact Award from Harold Washington Cultural Center. Thank you for recognizing the work we are doing through Just A Mile Away Mental Health Servicesļæ¼ and Mental Health Meets Hip-Hopļæ¼ to bring healing, hope, and culturally responsive mental health support into our communities.
This award means so much because it represents the power of community, culture, and collaboration. Every conversation, workshop, event, and life touched reminds me why this work matters. We believe that mental health should be accessible, relatable, and free from stigma, especially in communities that have too often been overlooked.
Thank you to the Harold Washington Cultural Center for creating a space where art, culture, wellness, and community can come together to inspire change. Thank you to my team, our partners, supporters, and every young person, family, and community member who trusts us to walk alongside them in their healing journey.
This recognition is not just for me ā it belongs to everyone committed to building healthier communities through compassion, creativity, and connection.
I accept this award with gratitude, humility, and a renewed commitment to continue doing the work. Thank you again for this incredible honor.