From the article: “At 19, Bilal Al-Raed has lived a life that defies the odds and inspires hope in others.

“Bilal’s a testament to the power of resilience and the capacity for transformation,” says Cole Williams, CEO and founder of the Delta Project. “His story is one of triumph over adversity. Having spent the majority of his teenage years incarcerated, Bilal intimately understands the challenges faced by youth in similar circumstances.

The Delta Project is a Grand Rapids nonprofit that helps youths in the juvenile justice system.

Al-Raed was honored with the At Potential Award at the Delta Project’s inaugural Gratitude Concert on May 15, which spotlighted the unsung heroes who are helping at-risk youth reach their potential.”

Cole and Joel are joined by two incredible guests, Iyanna and Bilal, to delve deep into the realities of the juvenile justice system and the poignant lessons that emerge from their personal journeys.

Hosts Cole and Joel talk with Devetta as she shares her transformative journey—a tale of resilience, community, and the power of support systems.

Joel sits down with the passionate Lieutenant Nicki Edwards from the Kent County Sheriff's Office, for a for a conversation that dives deep into the transformative power of life skills, mentorship, and support for inmates, particularly juveniles affected by the "raise the age" legislation.

Cole and Joel as they sit down with Bilal, a former student, now an artist and poet who pivoted his life from the brink of juvenile life sentencing to the boundless realms of college and creativity.

Co-founder Cole Williams is quoted in Pro Publica article that touts recommendations by the Governor’s Juvenile Justice Reform Task Force.

The Delta Project is incredibly proud of co-founder Cole Williams and his appointment to Governor Whitmer's Task Force on Juvenile Justice Reform.

Cole joins a panel to discuss advocating for incarcerated folks during the COVID-19 pandemic. By Pen America