The Soul Survivors Series was born out of a concern that young black men would be overlooked amid the national conversation around policy and reform efforts to address injustice and inequality.  Don't Die Young is in agreement that reforming old and drafting new policies that support black lives is deeply important, but we need to take this a step further in specifically looking at the lives of young black men. There needs to be heighted awareness and compassion for the toll that racist policies and systemic failures have had on the souls of black men!  Generations of black men have been marginalized and traumatized and reform efforts must include accountability for healing black men, especially young black men who society views as "angry."  

The Soul Survivors Series is a series of conversations with imperfect black men from different generations who are sharing their testimony of keeping their souls (thoughts, emotions, feelings, mindset) connected to their spirit. Don't Die Young embraces the belief that the spirit within is a gift from God and is therefore flawless. However, the soul is susceptible to a roller coaster ride of being encouraged or discouraged, optimistic or pessimistic. These testimonies will bear witness that keeping the faith about your value and divine purpose is possible in the midst of injustice and inequality.