Rashid White is an Afro-Latino, Healer, Scholar, Actor, Motivational Speaker, Activist, Author, Poet, Educator, Artist, Dancer, Model, Photographer/Videographer/Content Director, and Visionary. Growing up in the streets of Richmond, VA; Rashid focuses on creating art that places reflective emphasis on overcoming obstacles by shedding light on his truths. Rashid is a Graduate of PerScholas and George Mason University where we received his BFA in Creative Writing, Graphic Design, and AS in I.T. Since 2008 has impacted families and lives across the world. Rashid joined the Brave New Voices (BNV) network back in 2012 as a youth slam poet, that had the honor of placing 3rd in the world making him one of the top 16 international youth slam poets that year, and has had the privilege to serve with Future Corps (Alumni of the Festival) in 2014. Returning to BNV this year as one of the Committee members of festivals and programs later in 2020. Rashid is a co-founder and also now serves on the leadership committee of Black Greek Poets as their Art Director of Content & Marketing. Although Passionate about his endeavors, he still is constantly growing and looking for ways to better himself so he can further resonate with others. Rashid has furthered his craft in multiple platforms starting up several of his own businesses: Σheed Σtudios, Comfort Zone Café, and a literary magazine currently underway with several other projects on the horizon. Now as a veteran slam poet and educating artist, Rashid hopes to continue to empower the youth & young adults through the arts and to make a positive impact and change infused with love, truth, and resilience. Rashid Plans to continue his education in an MFA program in Creative Writing and Arts Management.