Jabari Parker fashions himself a young man who via his Chicago upbringing, his religious faith and his deep resources as a current athletic star can make a difference.
Speaking to assembled press after appearing at the town hall discussion and broadcast held by ESPN and The Undefeated recently at Chicago's South Side YMCA, the Milwaukee Bucks forward outlined ways he plans to help in the near future and beyond.
Inspired by fellow ball players, Parker announced his Pickup for Peace event, which took place in Chicago the following day, you can read on how that played out here - http://www.theplayerstribune.com/jabari-parker-pick-up-for-peace-gallery/
Also read Parker's deeply personal essay dedicated to his city and its issues - http://www.theplayerstribune.com/jabari-parker-chicago-gun-violence/
You can watch video filmed by weareregalradio.com of Parker and NBA legend, and fellow Chicago native Isiah Thomas, speaking at this event on YouTube - youtu.be/oIFUdtG2yes