Rahim Islam is a National Speaker and Writer, Convener of Philadelphia Community of Leaders, and President/CEO of Universal Companies, a community development and education management company headquartered in Philadelphia, PA. Follow Rahim Islam on FaceBook(Rahim Islam) & Twitter (@RahimIslamUC) When we start to examine the economic and social state of the Black … [Read more...] about We’re all accountable to the movement (part 2)
Perspective
Running with the pack
One of the most exciting races at all major track and field events is the men and women 4 x 100 meter relay race. This is by far my personal favorite event and demonstrates more than just a race. In my humble opinion it requires each member of the relay team to perform at their personal best, while at the same time be in sync with the other members of the team when the time … [Read more...] about Running with the pack
Eric Garner could have been me
By Damon Hart, Sophomore, Columbia University The recent death of Eric Garner, while in police custody, horrified and angered me. A video shows that police placed Garner in a choke hold, a tactic prohibited by New York City Police Department (NYPD) policy. And a second video shows that police failed to offer any medical assistance as an unresponsive Garner laid handcuffed on … [Read more...] about Eric Garner could have been me
We’re all accountable to the movement (part 3)
06_28_14+MWC+++_proof4 3-1Rahim Islam is a National Speaker and Writer, Convener of Philadelphia Community of Leaders, and President/CEO of Universal Companies, a community development and education management company headquartered in Philadelphia, PA. Follow Rahim Islam on FaceBook(Rahim Islam) & Twitter (@RahimIslamUC) When we start to examine the economic and social … [Read more...] about We’re all accountable to the movement (part 3)
To tell the truth “What is your name, please?”
This was the opening question by the game show host of “To Tell The Truth.” Each week the three challengers were asked the same question, as they were introduced to a celebrity panel and to the audience. In response each challenger would then state, “My name is ....” It was after each challenger gave the same response, that a celebrity panel would begin asking questions of each … [Read more...] about To tell the truth “What is your name, please?”
It’s time for an ‘Inclusion Revolution’
Brows furrowed, eyes focused, I was busy concentrating on my latest artistic masterpiece. As my hands carefully guided the acrylic paint across the canvas with the stroke of a brush, I became aware of a classmate standing nearby silently contemplating my subject. I paused and gave him a quizzical look. After all, my ninth grade art class was in full swing and we were supposed … [Read more...] about It’s time for an ‘Inclusion Revolution’
Is the problem guns or people?
The police in Milwaukee have confiscated over 1300 firearms this year alone. This number of guns confiscated is notably higher than the total taken in 2013. It has been theorized that fewer firearms on the street would cut down on the number of senseless violent acts. The police have done their job by cutting the number of guns on the streets. In contrast the number violent … [Read more...] about Is the problem guns or people?
We’re all accountable to the movement (part 4)
06_28_14+MWC+++_proof4 3-1Rahim Islam is a National Speaker and Writer, Convener of Philadelphia Community of Leaders, and President/CEO of Universal Companies, a community development and education management company headquartered in Philadelphia, PA. Follow Rahim Islam on FaceBook(Rahim Islam) & Twitter (@RahimIslamUC) Some people say that the deal that was negotiated … [Read more...] about We’re all accountable to the movement (part 4)
Black colleges must change to survive, thrive
The debate around the relevancy of historically black colleges and universities (HBCUs) is at least as old as the 1954 Supreme Court ruling in Brown v. Board of Education that "separate but equal" educational systems are inherently unequal. The data and experiences of countless HBCU alumni like me tell a much different story: HBCUs play an invaluable role in educating often … [Read more...] about Black colleges must change to survive, thrive
The war on poverty
Over fifty years ago, January 8, 1964, President Lyndon B. Johnson announced his “War on Poverty” by introducing legislation that expanded the role of the federal government in reducing the level of poverty in America. This powerful legislation created several programs including Head Start, food stamps (SNAP), work study, Community Action Agencies, VISTA, Medicare and Medicaid. … [Read more...] about The war on poverty