Fostering Change Podcast | Episode 176 | Sharlee Jeter
April 15, 2023
Fostering Change Podcast | Episode 176 | Sharlee Jeter
Sharlee Jeter is president of the Turn 2 Foundation, a non-profit established by her brother, baseball legend Derek Jeter, and their father, Dr. Charles Jeter, to motivate young people to turn away from drugs and alcohol and “Turn 2” healthy lifestyles. They provide help for youth to reach their full potential by creating and supporting initiatives that promote leadership development, academic achievement, positive behavior, healthy lifestyles and social change.
She also serves as vice president of strategy & development for Jeter Ventures, which encompasses Derek’s full portfolio of business operations. She is the co-author with Dr. Sampson Davis of the powerful book, The Stuff: Unlock Your Power to Overcome Challenges, Soar and Succeed . It was inspired by the authors’ own personal challenges and is intended to inspire readers to recognize their own strength and potential to succeed. Sharlee received her Bachelor of Science degree in Mathematics from Spelman College. She resides in New Jersey with her son, Jalen.
ALSO:
Congratulations to #Turn2 President Sharlee Jeter for being honored by One Hundred Black Men during its 60th Anniversary Gala. Recognized for her commitment to creating positive change, Sharlee received the Jackie Robinson and Community Impact Award. Held at Lincoln Center, the special event celebrated One Hundred Black Men’s 60-year legacy and profound impact on the Black community.
Story Key Notes:
🖐️ Giving kids a platform and an opportunity to succeed and live their maximized lives
🖐️ There are so many synergies that can be discussed during this podcast
🖐️ We have a responsibility to provide youth the opportunity to find & use their voices
You can find out more about Sharlee by visiting:
Website: www.turn2foundation.org
Twitter
Learn more about how you can affect change to the lives of youth in foster care by visiting https://www.comfortcases.org/
Listen to previous episodes of Fostering Change at https://www.comfortcases.org/podcast