A Teen Convicted: From Prison to Purpose (Part 1 of 2)

Real Talk With Deb & Nia

This week, we explore survival, pain, loss, fear and anger. We also celebrate the power of forgiveness, vulnerability, awareness, and redemption. Born and raised in West Philadelphia during the 80’s, Jahmal Allen grew up surrounded and immersed in the devastation of the Crack era. His involvement in the “street life”, from the age of 10, resulted in being arrested, convicted, and sentenced to life in prison plus an additional 15-40 years-- by the age of 16.

While sitting in the hole on Death Row, angry at the world for his circumstances and for what life had done to him, Jahmal had a lightbulb moment. This epiphany would mark the beginning of a transition in him that would change his life.
Today, Jahmal comes to us with a message for all regarding the freedom that comes from accepting responsibility for our actions, holding ourselves accountable for our lives, living from a place of vulnerability and humility, and actively committing to choosing education over ignorance. This is Jahmal’s story. (Part 1 of 2)

Note: In this two-part conversation, while we do not glorify drugs, crime or violence, we do candidly chat about topics surrounding street life. Jahmal openly discusses the case that not only altered his future, but forever changed the lives of the innocent, including his victim and the family and friends of all involved. It is with respect for all and an intention that this conversation be one that affects positive change that we share this thought-provoking “tea”.

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