Wale’s keeping extremely busy these days, but he’s also making sure to give back to the youth in his city and open doors that weren’t easy to access during his come-up. Per All Hip-Hop, the rapper is revving up for the third annual Gifted Week Program, and it’s looking like it will be a major opportunity for aspiring athletes and sports professionals.
Along with EQT, his management company, the rapper will bring the program from November 17th to 20th, with some impressive panels, clinics, and workshops scheduled. On November 18th, the Gifted Week Program will host the Sports, Media, Culture & Film with Howard University workshop that brings six panelists from music and sports. “Bring your vision, meet your peers, and get direct access to the people making it happen,” the event description reads.
Wale's Gifted Program Week
On the 19th, they will host the Beyond the Field and Court with Diverse Representation x Washington Nationals panel at the Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library. This event will bring “Black executives, agents, and leaders shaping the business of sports” who will share their experiences of “how they broke in and built lasting careers.” That same day, there will be the Flag Football Clinic with the Commanders.
Then, on November 20th, there will be the Sneaker and Jersey Design workshop–a hands-on experience that allows participants to materialize their visions. There are two different sessions; all that needs to be done is to RSVP on their website.
Wale and EQT’s efforts with the Gifted Week Program give back to the community that raised him and provide new opportunities for the youth, whether in the arts or in sports, to connect with professionals and gain access to opportunities to elevate their careers.
