*The “Rise of the Phoenix Awards” was recently held at the Millennium Biltmore Hotel in Downtown Los Angeles, CA.
The event was hosted by Reverend Al Sharpton, the president of the National Action Network. The awards brought together exemplary individuals that have demonstrated extraordinary vision and leadership in the movement for social change.
The honorees included restaurateur Brad Johnson, entrepreneur Janice Bryant Howroyd, former Los Angeles Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa, LA Clippers coach Glen “Doc” Rivers and film director John Singleton.
The red carpet was star studded as expected featuring celebrities such as reality show personality Omarosa Manigault, actor Jerome “Ro” Brooks currently featured in the OWN hit TV series, “The Haves and the Have Nots” as well as Ashley Jackson (daughter of Reverend Jesse Jackson) and many more.
EURweb associate Jimmy V was on the scene and spoke with some of the awardees and celebs. One of the questions asked was, “how can we bring change to our community and those around us?” Many agreed that being in a position of any success allows you to reach back to those in need and lend out a helping hand to help. Ro Brooks answered by stating, “leading by example is what I try to do best. Many people talk the talk but it shows more to walk the walk as well.”
Rev. Al Sharpton, who is known for his civil rights endeavors was able to give his thoughts on the recent Ferguson shooting that occurred during the first year remembrance rally of the police killing of Michael Brown. He passionately expressed that change is needed and he will not be stopped until it comes.
Sharpton also shared that he gathered the mothers of victims of police brutality throughout the country and brought them together for a meeting that opened a door for them to comfort and understand each other; a change that may not be seen by millions but affects many.
Check out the interviews below.
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