S2 Ep. 2 - From Shi'ah Muslim Black Panther Cub to Educational Mentor and Trainer: The Journey of Sharif El-Mekki

Leading By History

In this new Season 2 episode of the LBH Podcast, Specialist Ma'asehyahu Isra-Ul has a conversation with Philly's 7th Ward and Black Male Educators for Social Justice founder - Sharif El-Mekki. El-Mekki has an interesting story of being raised as a Black Panther Party cub in West Philadelphia and then being moved with his family to Iran to spend his middle school years. El-Mekki never had a desire to be an educator but at the behest of a childhood mentor, he was encouraged to apply. Almost 30 years later, El-Mekki has established two organizations and works to support, guide and retain young black male educators in the public school system. His unique and interesting story is one that will inspire and motivate you to do your part in making the world a better place for black youth in this country. You don't want to miss this episode of Leading By History! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/leadingbyhistory/support