The spirit of collaboration is needed now more than ever, and it is up to us to explore how we can all benefit, in order to thrive in an ever changing society. In this week’s final episode of Our 4th Annual Divine 9 Series, we are joined by Randy Becton, Jr., Upsilon Omega Chapter Initiate of Iota Phi Theta Fraternity, Inc. Known to many as the Slauson Activist, Randy is a dedicated community outreach coordinator and child development specialist from South Central Los Angeles. Currently, he is majoring in Education Technology at California State University, Northridge (CSUN). As the Program Coordinator for Black Scholars Matter at CSUN, find out why he believes alternative online curriculums will serve as an engaging and productive alternative to the K-12 school system, and why it is time for everyone to reflect on a personal mission statement that will benefit all communities, as a result of the recent election. Randy will soon complete his M.Ed. in Education Technology at CSUN, where he also completed his Bachelor of Arts in Child and Adolescent Development. This proud Fall 2023 Initiate of Iota Phi Theta Fraternity, Inc. and John Muir Middle School alumnus began his career there in 2012, teaching Black and Chicano History, Life Skills, and Enrichment activities through the TYME Foundation. During the 2020 pandemic, he taught Black American History at Augusta Hawkins High School African American Academy via Zoom. Driven by the need for positive role models, he launched impactful initiatives: Fatherhood: The Best Hood, Journaling for Teens, and Put the Youth in the Booth. A former public speaker with Sandy Hook Promise, Randy now runs Slauson Ave Activist LLC, a media company creating educational products and media to inspire change. To learn more about Randy, connect with him on IG @slausonaveactivist or visit him on LinkedIn.