Don’t Give Up On Your Dreams
At age 16, while living as a refugee, my desire was to write as a journalist. My job applications were rejected many times. Friends teased me, saying I was going “nuts.” They didn’t believe in me. But I chose not to give up on myself.
With persistence and determination, my dream of becoming a journalist became a reality at age 17.
I’ve since had the opportunity to meet, interview and snap photos of people from all walks of life. I’ve also covered major events of leading non-profit organizations in the US for my Ib Talk Online platform.
I would love the opportunity to inspire your students, to remind them that with hard work and determination anything is possible. And that when you believe in yourself and have faith, you can accomplish more than you ever could have imagined.
As always, your articles promote positively needed uplifting testimonies which is a credit to your spirit.
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"I'm really, really excited about getting some new stuff out and it’s just a lot of things going on,” Cox told Ib Talk Online in an exclusive interview.
“I read the Bible and start understanding that the more I experience life, I apply it to everyday life and not just see it as stories that happened back then or just some words,” he said.
Seated next to Common is his mother and educator, Dr. Mahalia Ann Hines.
Ibrahim is the consummate pro, with extraordinary attention to details. He creates visuals and news articles that one would expect to see in top national publications. My only hope is that Ib continues to assist the many good causes he encounters, but surely big corps will take notice of his talents. I’ve had the incredible pleasure of working with Ibrahim on stories for the Associated Black Charities and the American Red Cross, Chesapeake Region. He brings journalism to the ‘ideal.’ One gets the sense of watching a brilliant star pass by as he works.