My Friends was googling to find an article on me from The Miami Hearld on Medicaid Expansion and What I went through when insured. The Article was Never Published only put on a website they no longer use ….
This is A Sad Development… I Hope I find the Article again.
But I saw the ai version of what I do and what We Do …. it was a mess Healthcare Here …. #Impact There …. Medicaid Expansion , Gun Violence Advocacy All in 4 spots when googled …
So I tried with ai to write a complete narrative ….No Visual Yet … My Words ai organized my edits
We Will Add Graphics as Part 2
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#IMPACT / AT IMPACT MEDIA INC WHO WE ARE AND WHAT WE DO
#IMPACT / AT IMPACT MEDIA INC MISSION STATEMENT
WE ARE A VOICE FOR THE VOICELESS…. GOING FROM SOCIAL MEDIA TO THE PEOPLE… EDUCATING, INFORMING, AND INSPIRING.
The Visionary: Fred Christian
Fred Christian is the President & Founder of #IMPACT / AT IMPACT MEDIA INC. He is an Author, Poet, Visual Artist, Public Speaker, and Minister. As a Minister, Fred brings a spiritual and moral foundation to his advocacy, fighting for the inherent dignity of every human being. Under his leadership, Impact Media Inc. has become a sanctuary for storytelling that demands justice, inspires resilience, and forces systemic change.
The “Why”: Advocacy Origin Story
Fred’s commitment to being a “Voice for the Voiceless” is deeply rooted in his personal experience with the healthcare system. Fred went from age 16 to 50 without Healthcare, a period that profoundly shaped his understanding of systemic inequality and the struggle of the uninsured. After navigating the world with an undiagnosed disability for decades, he was diagnosed with Autism at the age of 43. This turning point exposed the systemic barriers many face in accessing medical care and inspired his lifelong mission.
Healthcare & Human Rights: Fred’s journey is detailed in his writing, “My Healthcare Journey,” and documented in the FIU Digital Commons Oral History, where he discusses the wealth gap, Medicaid Expansion, and social justice.
Media & Political Commentary: From 2013 until its conclusion, Fred’s insights on Medicaid Expansion and national policy were frequently featured on The Ed Schultz Show, establishing him as a recognized commentator on national policy.
Stopping Gun Violence Nationwide: Fred became involved in online efforts to stop gun violence in 2014 with Moms Demand Action. Following the 2018 tragedy at Parkland, FL, he became a prominent public voice calling for an end to gun violence across the entire nation.
Creative Advocacy: Fred uses his creative talents as a tool for change, writing the powerful poem “HOW MANY” to advocate for peace. Additionally, Fred Christian creates all Visual Arts for #IMPACT, unless otherwise noted.
Community Initiatives By #IMPACT
The WE CAN SUMMIT
The event began as an initiative to educate Senior Citizens under various titles and was previously known by several names before becoming the FL Summit. In 2025, it was renamed THE WE CAN SUMMIT to inspire community-wide action on healthcare access, stopping gun violence, and affordable housing.
Miami Gardens (2025): Held in Miami Gardens, FL, under the Sponsorship of City of Miami Gardens Councilwoman Dr. Michelle C. Powell, DO.
Aventura (2025): A summit held in Aventura, Florida, to broaden the reach of these critical conversations.
Arcola Lakes (2026): The WE CAN SUMMIT was held at the Arcola Lakes Public Library Branch in Miami, FL.
Legacy: Successful events were also held in 2022 and 2024.
Printed Resources and Information
We utilize Educational Graphic Pamphlets and Printed Literature to provide clear, actionable guidance:
Help 101: A Resource Guide
Healthcare 101
Gun Violence Prevention 101
Housing, Rent, and Evictions 101
The #IMPACT Coalition
All partners are unified in their support for Medicaid Expansion, stopping gun violence nationwide, and ensuring everyone has an affordable place to live.
1. Bullets4Life
Founder: Susan Kennedy Nanton (AKA Susan Bullets).
The Movement: A global movement dedicated to “taking bullets off the street” and repurposing them into jewelry to advocate for peace, healing, and the end of senseless violence.
The King Carter Connection: The organization was inspired to action by the heartbreaking story of King Carter.
Medicaid Advocacy: Susan Bullets and Bullets4Life support Medicaid Expansion to ensure that victims of violence have access to the long-term medical care and rehabilitation services necessary for recovery.
2. Survivors Affected By Violence (The Jack P Brown III Foundation)
Founder: Mrs. Leatha Sherrill-Bush.
Mission: Founded in her son Jack P Brown III’s memory to provide trauma-informed support for families of victims of violent crime. They advocate for Medicaid Expansion as a vital safety net for survivors.
3. A BetterMe Inc
Founder: Tawana Akins, a lifelong Educator and Community Activist. Following the death of her nephew, King Carter, she continued her activism with a renewed push to stop community gun violence.
Tutoring & Education: Dedicated to tutoring and educating youth in Reading and Math, providing academic support and mentorship.
Community Collaboration Exchange: Connecting North and South Miami-Dade County with vital resources for clean, safe neighborhoods.
Medicaid Advocacy: A BetterMe Inc supports Medicaid Expansion as a critical foundation for the success of children and families, ensuring they have the healthcare access necessary to thrive.
4. Collective Sistahood Inc
Founder: Joquetta Batista.
Mission: A change agent for Black-led groups focusing on trauma-informed care and spiritual wellness.
Medicaid Advocacy: Collective Sistahood Inc supports Medicaid Expansion so that families and children have access to essential healthcare and mental health services.
5. Derrick Danzel Days II Corporation
Founder: Shiketa Duberry Days.
Mission: Helps families impacted by violence gain financial stability and supports Medicaid Expansion to prevent medical debt from destroying family economic security.
6. Catalyst Miami
Advocacy: Lead advocates for Medicaid Expansion, affordable housing, and the elimination of medical debt.
Programs: Provides Educational programs on Healthcare and Housing Advocacy and offers expert ACA Navigation services to help residents enroll in health insurance.
7. Florida Voices For Health
Advocacy: Beyond Medicaid Expansion, they advocate for keeping rural hospitals open, supporting Home and Community Based Services (HCBS), and protecting Medicaid Home Care Waivers for the disabled. They also fight for increased access to Dental Care.
8. Florida Decides Healthcare
Mission: The primary non-partisan vehicle for the citizen-led ballot initiative to bring Medicaid Expansion directly to Florida voters.
The #IMPACT Commitment
Under the leadership of Fred Christian, we bridge the gap between grassroots stories and national legislative action. We are a unified front working to ensure Florida joins the rest of the nation in making sure all have Human Dignity with Medicaid Expansion by Expanding Medicaid, Healthcare Access, and Medicine for all, and ensuring every individual has a safe affordable home and are safe from senseless gun violence.
WE ARE #IMPACT.
Disclosure: This document was authored and directed by Fred Christian. Organizational structure and formatting were produced in collaboration with AI assistance.
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