Michael Phillips on Dismantling the "School to Prison" Pipeline

Los Angeles CA

03 September, 2021

4:23 PM

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Leading by Example to Dismantle the “School to Prison” Pipeline: Michael Phillips is a Powerful Innovator, Taking Action to Drive Social Change Through Education A second chance changed Phillip’s life; now a successful black business owner and inspirational speaker, he is determined to do the same for others Dallas, TX (September 3rd, 2021) - Michael Phillips has experienced living life at the margins, enduring an inequitable education system, and the power of a second chance. At 18, after a run-in with the law, Michael stood in front of a judge and was given this option: spend 30 years in prison or go to college; he chose college and changed the trajectory of his life forever. Phillips knows firsthand that education is the great equalizer. It helped to transform his life, and now he wants to transform education. “When trauma goes unacknowledged, tragedy goes uninterrupted,” says Phillips. His passion for helping people live a better life has led Phillips to become a national thought leader and change agent in sharing on how to dismantle the school-to-prison pipeline and ensure that every child has access to a high-quality education. Phillips believes that no child or person is simply a statistic; behind every piece of data, there is an individual destiny. When we acknowledge the challenges and trauma certain communities face through a lens of equity, a heart of empathy, and a willingness to act with moral courage, we can create significant change. This Fall, Phillips will release his book “Wrong Lanes Have Right Turns,” which addresses the lessons to be learned to help support kids who are currently marginalized and those who potentially could be. It will be available for pre-release and available everywhere books are sold in January 2022. This book is a powerful story of hope that will inspire many. To learn more about Michael Phillips, his educational initiatives, inquire about bookings, follow his blog, and pre-order his upcoming book, please visit https://michaelphillips.info/ Follow him on Instagram and Facebook @michaelphillipsofficial. Follow him on Twitter @officialMP74.About Michael Phillips Michael Phillips is passionate about helping people live a better life. His determination to drive social change with lasting transformational benefits to society has led Phillips to become an innovator and thought leader in social entrepreneurship and education. He is the founder of LifePrep and currently serves as the Chief Engagement and Fulfillment Officer for the TD Jakes Foundation. As an author and inspirational speaker, Phillips has become a champion for children and families around the world. He is the Chairman of 50CAN, and serves as a board member of KuriosEd. His powerful story and message of collateral hope have transformed many lives and helped to revitalize communities. His Tedx Talk “When Kids Learn on Broken Chairs” has had over a quarter of a million views and counting. Find out more about Michael Phillips at https://michaelphillips.info/ Follow him on Instagram and Facebook @michaelphillipsofficial. Follow him on Twitter @officialMP74.