Empowering High School Students to Design Their Future Today

15+

Years of experience

LCSW

Rutgers University

TF-CBT

Trauma certified

TRUSTED BY

Meet Taharka Sankara

Speaker · Consultant · Trainer · Facilitator

Taharka Sankara is a youth empowerment speaker, clinical social worker, and advocate who believes that success and failure are both predictable outcomes. It all depends on the choices you make, and the actions you take. For over 15 years, Taharka has worked with young people and their parents to navigate the tragedy of trauma, substance abuse, and mental illness. In partnership with organizations and institutions, he speaks to youth groups with a committed purpose of transforming the lives of future generations.

LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS

The Power of Choice

Two flagship talks · pick the one your audience needs

The Drama of Trauma

Looking at the adverse impact that trauma has on social, emotional, and behavioral functioning. Discover how to apply practical self-care solutions.

Mouse Trap Effect

This engaging youth presentation equips students with tools to navigate peer relationships, avoid negative social influences, and make choices that support their goals, build confidence, and lead to greater success.

The Power of Choice

Learning outcomes

Empowering youth to design their future — what audiences walk away with.

Impact of Peer Influence

Recognize the Impact of Negative Peer Influence and Poor Personal Choices.

Self Confidence & Identity Formation

Increase Self-Confidence to Embrace Individuality and Acknowledge Personal Strengths.

Importance of Changing Perspective

Understand the Importance of Shifting Mindsets and Accepting New Challenges.

Critical Thinking and Problem Solving

Apply Critical Thinking and Problem Solving Skills to Consider Short/Long Term Consequences.

Emotional and Psychological Resilience

Develop the confidence and resilience to overcome challenges, manage emotions effectively, and adapt positively to change.

Goal Setting

Create an action plan that connects current decisions to future goals, success, and leadership.

I was glad to see that you encouraged the students from each section to share one adjective using the initial of their first name to describe their greatness. Our kids sometimes shy away from thinking “highly” about themselves or their talents and we need to encourage this more and your presentation helped to shine a light in this area.

— Ms. Tamar Mitchell
School Social Worker

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