Devoted to changing the world in a positive manner.

As W.E.B. Du Bois stated, “Education must not simply teach work-it must teach life.”

Frederick is pleased to offer experiences to not only provide information but also help in using his story to inspire other students.
Frederick’s grounded approach to life can inspire and motivate individuals regardless of their path in life. His presentation is uniquely structured to speak to the inner being of anyone fortunate enough to experience his powerful engagements.
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Frederick’s life has provided him with a perspective and range of experiences which give him a unique approach to all subject matter regardless of the meeting, conference, or convention.

Frederick’s overarching goal is to promote awareness about and share strategies for addressing three primary areas of need for dealing with addiction disorders:

Keynotes, Conferences, commencements and Inspirational Messages

What will your legacy be? We only get one life so why not make it the best experience possible? Let’s lay the groundwork for leaving a legacy that will change the world. A guided tutorial that is filled with motivation, passion, and pain driven energy to inspire students to create their lasting legacy. Hear how foundation, networks, and goal setting can inspire you to change your world which will lead to inspiring future generations.
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The Value of Student Leadership The key to increasing retention rates and uplifting campus life for all is leadership. All colleges and k-12 schools must strive to create the next leader for today's world. Let a personal journey of hard work, networking, and scholarships teach the next leader how to lead by action. A break down of how the importance of scholarships, writing and communicating can change the student body on any campus.

Creating Healthy Lifestyles for Students in Recovery As K-12 schools, institutions of higher learning, and communities find themselves immersed in the current drug and opioid epidemic; current research is forced to provide educators, policymakers, and advocates with the tools to use to address this crisis and co-occurring mental health disorders. This message employs a solution-oriented approach to solve this growing mental health crisis. A narrative and inquiry approach along with statistical data, personal testimony, and evidenced-based practices to use to improve student’s lives and the human condition overall.
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The Future Is Our Youth  We are in the middle of one of the worst drug epidemics and mental health crises this country has ever seen. THE MESSAGES' mission is to provide solutions and educate students on co-occurring disorders. A solution-oriented seminar offers an excellent foundation for addressing the most common and pervasive challenges advocates, and colleges face in providing support, resources and hope to move forward. Based on statistical data, personal testimony, and evidence-based practices proven to better the lives of those affected by this epidemic.

Workshops

Frederick kicks off the event with a testimony of his journey and how that led to developing The Message. He then explains what resources and services THE MESSAGE will provide ongoing, then proceeds right into the topics to be covered. The total time of the workshop will be one to one and a half hours. Frederick remains present after the event for any questions relating to matters at hand.
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Interactive workshops including a wide variety of inspirational topics:

• Substance Abuse and Recovery
• Wellness Lifestyle
• Mental Illness Awareness
• Student Leadership
• Time Management
• Developing Healthy Habits
  

Frederick will work with your organizers to customize workshops to address subjects specifically related to the needs of your organization.