02/23/2026
Chat Gpt inspired..The class is coming.
This past weekend marked a significant moment in ongoing efforts to advocate for our South Side community.
Following the release of a public discussion regarding Columbus City Schools and its impact on families in our neighborhoods, I spoke directly about the educational, social, and economic effects we are seeing on the ground. Within 48 hours, a meeting was organized, and I had the opportunity to sit down with Andrew J. Ginther to discuss concerns, accountability, and solutions.
Over the past four months, I have been actively engaged across multiple systems — observing, listening, and advocating at the intersections of:
• Neighborhood leadership
• Columbus City Council
• Franklin County
• Judicial and reentry initiatives
This work is not abstract. It is deeply personal and community-centered.
Most impactful has been our recent cohort with five young men navigating real-life barriers. These young men are not statistics. They are emerging leaders who need structure, mentorship, opportunity, and consistent support. Their voices are clear: they want a pathway forward.
Effective civic leadership requires collaboration. I want to recognize the community leaders and partners who stepped forward to invest in these young men:
• Bethel Temple Apostolic Church (2840 Lockbourne Rd)
• Bishop Dane Clark and Lisa Clark
• Pastor Joe Dunlap Jr. and Christina Dunlap
• Michael Cole, former President of the Columbus City School Board
• Dontavius L. Jarrells — congratulations on your leadership
• Mr. Thompson of Thompson Concrete
• Becky Hart Walcott and her husband
• Dr. Dwayne Dunbar, Doctorate of Humanities
• Bridgette Boffman
Additionally, we continue to advocate alongside Ms. Joyce Greer regarding unresolved housing concerns. Homeport is conducting an audit, and we are closely monitoring the process to ensure transparency and accountability.
Advocacy is not comfortable work. It requires persistence, documentation, collaboration, and courage.
The week ahead will demand focus and resilience, but I remain committed to responsible, solution-driven leadership.
Our young people are watching. Our community deserves coordination. Our systems require accountability.
GGS Ministries and our partners will continue to operate with integrity, strategic engagement, and a commitment to measurable impact.
I appreciate the continued support and prayers as we move this work forward.
When this chapter is told, it will reflect disciplined leadership, collective action, and a community that chose to engage rather than stand on the sidelines.
