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Former Nike designer focuses on youths with launch of new footwear line

Jason Mayden walked away from his 14-year-career to invest in what really matters to him

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The Disney Dreamers Academy gets a dose of life-changing

Day two was a moment of self-discovery for the kids

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Disney, Steve Harvey and ‘Essence’ magazine continue to help students achieve big dreams

The Disney Dreamers Academy kicks off with a new class of 100

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Fitness fuels how Jean Titus tailored and customized his own way

‘The gym is just part of what I do. It’s my process.’

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Actor Corr Kendricks is making strides in the acting world from ‘The Chi’ to UMC’s ’5th Ward’

The 28-year-old overcame a troubled childhood to follow his passion in acting and music

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My Brother’s Keeper Alliance summit in N.J. gives opportunities to more than 1,200 young men of color

Barack Obama’s initiative continues its impact on communities nationwide

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The Next Chapter: Retired NBA player Elliot Perry on leaving basketball, collecting art and living in Memphis

His grandfather participated in the famous sanitation workers’ strike in 1968

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Dr. J talks about his new podcast and why the Philly legend is a Spurs fan

‘House Call with Dr. J’ launched after All-Star Weekend

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Mia Wright has big plans as president of the National Basketball Wives Association

‘It is hugely important for those of us that have the resources to set the example’

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