Join Dr. Jasmine and Dr. Shanta’ Barton-Stubbs for a dope story about showing up and stepping right into purpose. Her story began with empathy and compassion for youth, from K-12, in one of the most dangerous cities in Orlando, Florida, the Parramore community. From there, her passion turned into purpose and led her to found the New Image Youth Center, a 501(c)(3) organization. Her work in the Parramore community has caused her to serve hundreds of youth, while also shining a light on the good in the hood. Let this story encourage you to show up and serve. In doing so, your impact will most certainly cause you to change someone’s life for the better.
To learn more or donate to the New Image Youth Center, visit www.newimageyouth.org.
Dr. Shanta’ is recognized as a household name in her community. At 21, young Shanta’ took it upon herself to establish a refuge for youths who are vulnerable to risk in Orlando, FL. She founded the New Image Youth Center (NIYC) also known as the Good in the Hood. Eighteen years later, NIYC has catered to at least 100 children annually. NIYC also has a mobile bus that takes programming to other neighborhoods in Central Florida with low resources to be sure that no child is left behind. Dr. Shanta’ is licensed therapist, an author, and a creator who is bringing change.
Episode Quotes
- “I look for the signs from God in every situation.”
- “Not-for-profit organizations equate to running a business.”
- “Start what you want to do on a small level, start generating support, and you’ll build a track record.”
- “Going global means . . . don’t let anything stop you and don’t have limitations. Be open to your next level.”
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Dr. Jasmine is a multi-talented author, educator, award-winning community leader, and founder of JLM Global Consulting, LLC and Girl Go Global, a community for purpose-driven women. For 20+ years, Dr. Jasmine has used her unique skills as an educator, professional writer, and communications strategist to build a career that allows her to serve small business owners, in academia, and at all levels of government. Whether she is mentoring women and girls, engaging students during university lectures, speaking as keynote, or serving at all levels of government, she is driven by providing support to others to meet needs, equip, and train. In addition to making the Daily Record’s Successful by 40 Very Important Professionals list, she is a President’s Management Council Fellow, entrepreneur, and writer with interests in topics that concern women.
To learn more about Dr. Jasmine, visit www.girlgoglobal.com or follow @girlgoglobal_ on IG. You can also visit www.jasmineleighmorse.com and follow @drjasmineleighmorse IG and FB.