Mission

The Global Block harnesses the spirit of innovation, creativity and activism at the core of the Hip-Hop movement to empower youth and transform communities across the globe. Through its leadership, expertise and financial support it aims to inspire individuals to become agents of change in their communities.

Developmental Action Areas:

  • Cultural Diplomacy
  • Social Enterprise/ Economic Development 
  • Youth Development

Sustainable Community Building:

We believe that building sustainable communities is possible through holistic, creative and non-paternalistic approaches that incorporate Green Technologies, Social Programming, Accountability, and Research and Development.


 

The Global Block Active Core

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Hon. George Martinez 
Founder/ President


 

Jelani Mashariki 
Co-founder


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Clara Guerrero  
Co-founder / Director of the Sylvia Culture and Education Center (Honduras)


Elizabeth Posey 
Member of the Board

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Chris Malone, Ph.D. 
Board Member

 

Amen Ra Mashariki, Ph.D.  
Director of Research and Development 
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Barbara De Laleu 
Board Member

America Larrazabal  
Coordinator of Global Block South America


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