Native son Jabaar Edmond comes from the neighborhoods he now works to uplift and create opportunities within. He is acutely aware of the pitfalls surrounding communities where systemic racism, hopelessness, and negative mindsets can create a devouring hole.
His activism takes a variety of forms, including being one of the entrepreneurs who formed Urban Collective to take on reshaping 22 South Food Hall last year. He is also a filmmaker, using his insight in the case of the film Art In The City, which he co-wrote and directed with his DreamMakerz Productions partner Cranstan Cumberbatch. The film brings attention to the plight of homeless war veterans and post-traumatic stress disorder. Read more at www.theweeklychallenger.com
