I am a survivor of police brutality, using my tragic story as a tool to positively impact society. Some would call me an activist, however, I would consider myself a dedicated individual who has turned my story of tragedy into a story of triumph. By using the principles of love, compassion, and understanding, I can connect with people all over the world regardless of race, gender, age, political or religious backgrounds. As a symbol of hope, my story brings enlightenment to even the most courageous of conversations, including police-community relations, politics, socio-economic disparities, and racism. Unlike the many individuals gunned down by police officers, I survived to tell my story. I am the voice of the voiceless, and my story is the story that often goes untold.