The Shield

Show and Prove: A Conversation with Shaheed Tawheed

Addiction Prevention Coalition Season 2 Episode 11

Shaheed Tawheed is a hip-hop artist, advocate, and co-founder of Knowledge, Rhythm, and Understanding (K.R.U.), a foundation that teaches children and teens the core elements of Hip Hop, including deejaying, emceeing, breakdancing, and graffiti art. Shaheed’s love for music and hip-hop, combined with his life experiences and strong family foundation, have shaped him into the man he is today—and he aims to inspire others through his work.

Tune in as Shaheed discusses the importance of using the elements of Hip Hop to teach young people about mental health and positive coping skills. He also highlights how hip-hop is more than mainstream media's portrayal—it's a movement for advocacy and empowerment, showing the power of using your voice to make a difference.