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doll clothes 14 celebrities hot models Celebrating The Men That Lead - How Music Industry Leaders Influence Social Change
Going beyond their individual roles and celebrity status, Christopher Ludacris Bridges, Corey CoCo Brother Condrey, Canton Jones, and Lil iROCC Williams are among entertainment industry men committed to social change in their communities, nationally, and abroad. While their age and experiences vary, each is using his time, talent, and resources to make a defining difference. In addition to acknowledging their individual achievements, they are celebrated for championing the notion that leading begins with servingA Firm FoundationSynonymous to being an actor and recording artist is the passion Christopher Ludacris Bridges has for children. A father of one, Bridges Atlanta-based, The Ludacris Foundation is a tangible expression of his values and commitment to the community in which he was raised. The foundation also fulfills his vision to inspire youth to live their dreams, uplift families, and foster economic development in the community.For Bridges, community service entails providing financial support as well as investing more than 3,500 hours to changing the lives of young people across the nation. Since 2001, The Ludacris Foundation has donated over $1 million to nonprofit organizations. These figures translate to impacting more than 7,000 lives. From developing healthy eating habits and financial literacy to providing supplies to those in need and reaching runaway youth, Bridges shows young people they are the architects of their futureTrue to his commitment, Bridges is personally involved with and actively participates in running the foundation. I was taught as a child to help others in need. When I had little I gave what I could. When I acquired more and formed my foundation, I gave more--not just monetarily but also by using my celebrity status to help others. Giving back is not what we do it is who we are, Bridges commented.Self-esteem, spirituality, communication, education, leadership, goal setting, physical activity, and community service are eight attributes Bridges learned at an early age. In addition to demonstrating these core values personally, the eight attributes also serve as the foundations Principles of Success.With an eye towards the future, Bridges outlook is positive. As time goes on I hope that we are able to influence and positively affect the lives of young people everywhere, he said.Bridging the GapBeing able to rise above homelessness, alcoholism, and suicide attempts is Cory CoCo Brother Condreys testimony. Each Sunday, ten million listeners tune in to Condreys The Spirit of Hip-Hop (TSOHH) radio broadcast on Radio Ones Hot 107.9 in Atlanta. In between his Hip-Hop infused praise and worship sets, listeners of all ages call in or visit the station to share testimonies, express gratitude, pray, sing, clown, and even cry. When appropriate, Condrey reciprocates in the form of financial and other donations--a concept he relates to pay[ing] it forward.Although Condrey has been on the radio since 1995, his career-defining moment came in 2003. Going against program protocol, Condrey sought to meet the need of a homeless caller in the midst of a suicide attempt. You are not going to kill yourself, Condrey told the caller. Your mess [will be] your message. Within an hour, listeners flooded the phone lines offering to assist where needed. The experience changed Condreys life as well as his program format.Where he once was the on the bridge who understood the church and the streets but did not know how to balance having faith in God and having fun, Condrey now provides balance in an entertaining yet relevant way. As a result, lives are changing daily. We accept everyone for who they are and we walk with them, he advised.The vision of TSOHH is to bridge the gap between the church and the streets worldwide. This entails providing listeners with inspiring music and messages from celebrities, Hip-Hop personalities, and leading pastors. Radio is for the community and the people. We are supposed to service their needs, Condrey noted.Through TSOHH Condrey hosts annual toy give-a-ways. Exodus is another annual event geared toward young people. Last year, Exodus drew over 8,000 children, youth, and young s to church on a frigid Thursday night. Celebrity guests, Fabo, Rodney Jerkins, Detrick Haddon, Fonzworth Bentley, and Crime Mobs Diamond and Princess were among those to lend their support.Among other efforts, this summer, Condrey will launch Stand 2007. Backed by Atlanta mayor, Shirley Franklin, young people of all ages will be led in a charge to be righteous, pure, and to pray.Currently, TSOHH is nationally syndicated in 15 Radio One markets including Atlanta, Dallas, Baltimore, Philadelphia, Detroit, and St. Louis. The program also airs live on the stations website.Love by ExampleFor two-time Grammy Award nominee, Canton Jones, music is simply an expression of love set to music. I cultivate the love of God in my life so when I come in contact with people they can actually feel genuine love. According to Jones, his third album, which was named for daughter, Love Angel, also reflects the fact that God is love. Rather than book tour dates by contract or schedule, Jones tours where he is led. At times he turns down paid bookings to go into schools and community centers across the nation. Often, Jones uses his own resources to cover concert expenses in rural and urban areas. In addition to feeding attendees and providing school supplies, Jones spends countless hours talking to concertgoers one-on-one after each show. He also uses these opportunities to impart wisdom, discuss values, motivate as well as counsel. Jones says he does this because saving and enriching lives is just that important. When he is not on tour, the Morehouse College alum oversees CAJO International, which is the business arm for his community outreach. Jones also mentors a number of independent artists in his charge--many of whom he has known since they were teenagers.The work that God has blessed me to do in the community is like breathing. I do it without thinking or hesitation. Its not just the hood its the neighborhood as a whole that needs to know that God loves them, Jones said. Moved by his passion for the betterment of young people, Jones does not mind being a living, loving example. A Lil DifferentLil iROCC Williams is a multi-hyphenate in the making. Unlike his peers and unique to the New Orleans born emcee, Williams is an actor, model, recording artist, and co-owner of Authority Music--a recording company he started with his father, Big ROCC, when he was 14. Since his 2003 debut album, Williams has garnered three Stellar Awards and a Dove nomination. A high school graduate (at age 16), Williams is currently producing his third album while considering scholarship options for college and working on a number of nonprofit initiatives. The media would have people to believe that young black brothers my age are all about the wrong things--doing whatever and living without regard. Well, I have committed to do the direct opposite and be a lil different, Williams, commented.In partnership with his father, Williams plans to implement a program that will inspire and enhance father-son relationships. A joint venture with Third Day International Ministries entails building and maintaining a school and dormitory for disabled children in Ghana, West Africa. Currently, Williams is working to raise $20,000 to fund a 10-day mission trip to Ghana where he will help with the schools completion, teach, and speak to the countrys youth. Another nonprofit venture Williams is involved with is a scholarship foundation spearheaded by Higher Dimension Ministries in Houston, Texas. The scholarship provides quality education and nurturing in a safe and productive environment for displaced and orphaned children affected by hurricane Katrina.Williams 2007 objective involves doing more to help poor kids right here at home. There are kids in this country that look like me. They are my age and younger and go to sleep hungry--that shouldnt be and I have to do something about that, Williams advised.The compassion Williams has for serving others also extends to his fans. In addition to challenging his fans to adhere to a higher standard of positive living, Williams shows interest in their well being. Williams believes in developing a relationship that includes being touchable, open, and supportive. Between singing engagements, Williams visits public schools where he performs then talks with students about career goals, life issues, and how to get through moment by moment.Young folks look to [each other]. We want to see ourselves doing some amazing and out of the ordinary things because it helps us feel like the dreams we keep to ourselves arent so crazy, he said.While much work remains, a path has been paved and the fruits of labor can be seen in the lives these men touch. As history is written, the pages will note how these men and others like them led the effort to do the most good.





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