Meet Isaiah Meeks

Isaiah meeks is the Senior Jackson Grown Fellow representing North Side High School. He is a leader on campus and, as a football player, is strong example of what it means to be successful on and off the field. His interests center on building and expanding safe spaces for youth to interact and grow in the community. He is known as someone who follows through on what he says and who’s actions meet his words. This is a valuable skill as he demonstrated throughout his time at Jackson Grown.

Isaiah’s interests for addressing community challenges: #safespaces #youthempowerment #mentorship

Isaiah’s leadership, expertise and skills: #leadership #followthrough

Isaiah presents his ideas and practices public speaking at the Public Speaking Skills Day with Lauren Pritchard (LOLO). Photo credit Hannah Gore

At the 2022 - 2023 Expert Leader Day, Isaiah Meeks discusses the establishment of safe spaces for youth in Jackson together with Christi David Parks Operations Manager at the City of Jackson and Distinguished Senior Fellow TJ Branch.