The NLA is an organization that provides both education and inspiration. It has presented opportunities to improve my knowledge of the personal hurdles, self inflicted wounds, and costly choices I made to negatively impact society at large. On the journey of life the most significant lessons surround the growth which is to be gained through our greatest mistakes. This organization has helped to clear the path towards that maturation process.

In such negative surroundings one rarely locates a vehicle that promotes progress in all areas of life. I’ve witnessed countless young males, myself included, transform their mindset after being introduced to much needed information. Upon true acknowledgment and application the doors to manhood opened. When in a position where despair is so suffocating you need a breath of hope. That is exactly what this organization represents in the lives of those seeking a reason to continue.

Thus said, for many individuals in my position the NLA breeds hope, encouragement, opportunity, developmental growth, and is a gateway to fulfill your untapped potential. Personally speaking, it provides a perspective that makes you value life and such a perception is invaluable to everyone in your environment.

This is what I value about the NLA.

Edward Hicks-El