WeINSPIRE was dedicated to sharing uplifting and inspiring stories that highlighted the achievements and contributions of Black, Brown, and Indigenous Millennials.
About Us
WeINSPIRE was an international multimedia news and media nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization that believed in the transformative power of storytelling. Over more than ten years, we wove a global tapestry of inspiration, sharing 150 remarkable stories. WeINSPIRE was committed to fueling a worldwide movement of hope for those navigating challenges and negative narratives.
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At the heart of our mission was storytelling, a powerful force that connected, inspired, and transformed. We spotlighted narratives celebrating the resilience, triumph, and diverse contributions of Black, Brown, and Indigenous Millennials. By amplifying their voices, we empowered them and influenced other generations, fostering understanding across diverse age groups.
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Through this work, we highlighted the resilience, creativity, and contributions of Black, Brown, and Indigenous Millennials, inspiring individuals from all generations to embrace positivity and make a difference in their communities.
Every story we shared stood as a testament to the extraordinary potential within us all.
We strived to create a world where positive news and information were accessible to all, and where diverse voices were celebrated and represented in the media. This vision guided our work and became the legacy WeINSPIRE left behind , a reminder that storytelling could reshape narratives, uplift communities, and honor the beauty of every voice.
Empowered Through Internships
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Since 2016, the WeINSPIRE Internship Program served as a workforce development pipeline, equipping students and volunteers with hands-on experience in journalism, social media, and multimedia storytelling. The program partnered with Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), community colleges, and public and private universities across the country, including:
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Howard University
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Alabama A&M University
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Appalachian State University
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Arizona State University
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Boston University
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Brown University
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George Washington University
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James Madison University
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Johnson & Wales University
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Santa Clara University
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…and many more.
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Our flexible, remote internships provided real-world experience that prepared participants for competitive careers. Many of our internship alumni successfully transitioned into careers in marketing, media, communications, journalism, and digital content creation. As one former intern shared:
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“This internship helped me further develop my time management skills and learn how to effectively communicate ideas and problems that arise.”
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Though the WeINSPIRE Internship Program has now closed, its legacy lives on through the voices, talents, and careers of its alumni. Each participant carried forward a piece of WeINSPIRE’s mission, ensuring that the power of storytelling continues to shape media and communities for generations to come.
The History
WeINSPIRE CEO, Jamarl D. Clark, had a vision in April 2014 to spread positivity and inspiration to people all over the world. He sent an email to twelve people outlining this vision and soon established a team that aligned. Two months later, on June 3, the team encouraged thousands of people to share pictures, stories, and narratives of their mission to inspire through the use of the hashtag #weinspire6314.
In September 2014, community members in Washington, D.C., united to identify how WeINSPIRE could become a global movement of positivity, inspiring and assisting people around the world.
In 2015, the WeINSPIRE team began curating ways to recognize individuals or organizations consistently going above and beyond to inspire others to service, leadership, and volunteerism. WeINSPIRE Ambassadors was born.
As WeINSPIRE gained traction across the country, Jamarl and the founding board worked toward taking the organization to new heights as an official 501(c)(3). Our nonprofit status was granted on April 20, 2018.
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For over a decade, WeINSPIRE carried stories of resilience, hope, and transformation into the world. And while the organization officially dissolved in the summer of 2025, its spirit continues to live on in the countless lives it touched. The stories remain, the connections endure, and the vision of spreading inspiration and love will always be part of WeINSPIRE’s legacy.