Akello Stone, MS

About

I teach sociology courses on social problems, family dynamics, and gender studies in both classroom and online settings. I am a "public sociologist" who uses a visual sociology methodology to develop people's understanding of society and their identity within it. I’ve served as a board member, mentor, and former Executive Director of Hill Harper’s Manifest Your Destiny Foundation, championing youth development and self-empowerment. As a seasoned public speaker, emcee, and event host, I’ve led countless workshops, keynotes, and live events, bringing energy and expertise to every stage. My creative pursuits include content creation, co-founding several small boutique production companies, and consulting with fellow creatives on content development, including script review and notes, pitch deck creation, and idea actualization and synthesis. As a producer and director, I’ve brought the exploration of human experiences to life through web series, short films, and my interview documentary short, "#pushing50," which explores the perspectives of those navigating middle age today and what running 50 means. Through all my work, I aim to inspire, inform, and spark meaningful conversations wi

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