T.I. GIVES HOPE
FOR TEENS AT A JUVENILE FACILITY IN ATLANTA
Atlantic
Recording Artist, T.I. continues to give back to the community while
collaborating with the It's Cool To Be Smart Single Parent Initiative.
On Thursday, April 21st, T.I. and Grand Hustle Management spent time
talking to over 150 youth at the Paulding Detention Center in Atlanta,
Georgia. Historically, the music industry has influenced this young
population, and "it was a privilege to have Atlantic Recording
Artist T.I., take time from his busy schedule to come talk with the
kids," stated Curtis B. Executive Director of the Single Parent
Initiative. It was an exciting learning experience for the youth; as
well as, the staff to witness inspiring testimonies from T.I. that
focused on staying out of situations that will place the youth in
juvenile facilities. T.I. also answered important questions on topics
concerning education; giving back to the community; and being
successful in the music industry. Also, the day involved the young
teens reading poems about becoming a role model, and having faith to
move through difficult situations in life.
The Administration applauded, T.I. on
his powerful messages about drugs, gang violence and "staying
focused on being the best that they can be without being a low-down
thug." The kids were mesmerized by T.I.'s presence that impacted
every youth at the facility. The youth at Paulding RYDC will never
forget T.I.'s special visit and his words of encouragement that will
forever be instilled in their lives.
To date, T.I., Grand Hustle Management,
and Atlantic Records have helped provide scholarships for single
parent families at the Boys and Girls Clubs as well as, providing hope
for the young teens at the detention centers in Atlanta.
T.I, Grand Hustle Management, and
Atlantic Records are making a difference in our communities.
Atlantic
Recording Artist, T.I. continues to give back to the community while
collaborating with the It's Cool To Be Smart Single Parent Initiative.
On Thursday, April 21st, T.I. and Grand Hustle Management spent time
talking to over 150 youth at the Paulding Detention Center in Atlanta,
Georgia. Historically, the music industry has influenced this young
population, and "it was a privilege to have Atlantic Recording
Artist T.I., take time from his busy schedule to come talk with the
kids," stated Curtis B. Executive Director of the Single Parent
Initiative. It was an exciting learning experience for the youth; as
well as, the staff to witness inspiring testimonies from T.I. that
focused on staying out of situations that will place the youth in
juvenile facilities. T.I. also answered important questions on topics
concerning education; giving back to the community; and being
successful in the music industry. Also, the day involved the young
teens reading poems about becoming a role model, and having faith to
move through difficult situations in life.