We had the good fortune of connecting with Elijah Dormeus and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Elijah, do you have a favorite quote or affirmation?
I AM ..I AM … I AM is the most powerful affirmation I say to myself because I have come to the realization that its out the thoughts we hold dear to our hearts becomes what we say to our self. I AM is a reminder that I set the position of my narrative. I can positivity affirm myself to a place where I know that theirs nothing that can separate me from my true purpose or I can negatively impact my outlook on myself and my decisions because I have allowed myself to paint a false image of myself because things seemingly is not going my way.

We hold immense power!! Immense power and we are born with a purpose that no one has the power to change but use and yes you’ve guessed it it’s by our words! The things we say.

Always believe in yourself and in your ability and note even if you don’t believe it yet begin to work and practice your true narrative of self with is built from a place of strength and calling out the true you with words that build you to a place of achievement!!

Know yourself and get to understand your worth!

Can you give our readers an introduction to your business? Maybe you can share a bit about what you do and what sets you apart from others?
Our story comes from the lies we tell ourselves: disbelief that to achieve our goals, we have to accept our circumstances and work in a place of “it is what it is,” not truly working on exceeding our limitations. Birthed in 2014 in the halls of the Frederick Douglass Academy, the I Am Foundation came from a cry out of non-acceptance and the belief that life is not only seen through a lens of detailed realism. Our goal is to inspire individuals to rethink, reimagine, and redefine their circumstances so that they can look toward a better future. We aim to awaken students from thinking solely about employment but rather deployment into one’s future. The I AM Foundation was curated by the beliefs of internal appreciation for who you are, for whom our understanding guides you that You are Enough, You are Worth It, You are Important, and You can do it! We help at-risk youth and students in underserved communities mentally take control of their circumstances and work physically to nurture the gifts planted inside them. The I AM Foundation’s mission is to lead, encourage, and motivate at-risk youth and students in underserved communities to see themselves as greater than their circumstances. The I Am Foundation is a 501 c(3) organization whose mission is to create agents of change! Individuals who will return to their community and impact it for the better!

We believe that just because you have a vision or a dream doesn’t mean it will come true unless you put forth the work to execute your dream. Remember small steps. Don’t search for fame or huge recognition search to make an impact in the lives of the people you are connected to. Helping others whether big or small has longer lasting impact. This is what we believe and our why and how we over come our objectives. It’s work that takes a one on one approach with people who has truly met themselves.

We support our mission with individual donors who donate ten- five dollars a month to help us execute our mission. Help us continue the work we do.

If you had a friend visiting you, what are some of the local spots you’d want to take them around to?
I would take them to a drive through movie threatre, Jennis Ice cream, Paschals!

Atlantic station would be my go to spot visit.

Shoutout is all about shouting out others who you feel deserve additional recognition and exposure. Who would you like to shoutout?
I dedicated this to all the youth in Atlanta that haven’t had a chance to walk into the King & Queen they are called to be! If you are a business owner, young or old entrepreneur this is for you! The I AM Foundation is a foundation built on the belief that with work, persistence & pivots you can achieve anything you set your mind to!

Website: https://theiamfoundation.org/

Instagram: @iamfoundation.inc

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/i-am-foundation-inc/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheIAMFoundationInc

Other: Contact us if you would like to find your true calling and find your voice: admin@theiamfoundation.org

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