Darron Daniel is impacting the lives of African American males and youth through his powerful testimony of incarceration and freedom. A former inmate and gang banger, Darron has a unique story of overcoming the trap of the streets and the liberation of igniting communities to impact African American boys and men. Since 2004, Darron has worked through schools ,community organizations and churches t
o enlighten youth about the dangers of gang membership and the steps to take to avoid their pitfalls. As the Founder of With My Eyes Open Ministries INC. And National Coordinator for the Urban Gentz Male Empowerment Program. Published Author and Certified Etiquette Instructor, Darron impacts the lives of urban males through public speaking, etiquette workshops, anger management classes and presentations as well as conferences throughout the world. Listed by New York Times as #40 Most influential Community Leaders under 30 in their Top 100 in the United States. Darron currently resides in Dallas, Texas where he serves as the youth minister at St. Phillips Missionary Baptist Church where he over sees the Young Men for Christ Ministry. Darron’s story encourages young men and challenges them to recognize the pitfalls that could lead them away from reaching their full potential. His story is one that mirrors the legend of Phoenixes, a rebirth, a new start, a beginning but only sprouting from his own ashes. Its a tale that is the epitome of redemption and proof of God's mercy and grace. Don't Just Talk About It, Be About It! Get Involved Today! With My Eyes Open Ministries Inc provides a faith based rite of passage designed to develop you spiritually, personally and socially. We aim to embolden people throughout the country through Public Speaking, etiquette training, and community impact programs.
