Round I Projects
PROJECT
Health in Harmony
The collaborative Health in Harmony campaign of Malik “Potnt Child” Glasgow, Darreon “D-Stats” Staton, and Eric “EV93” Vargas utilizes a series of interviews, podcasts, and songs in the lowest quartile California Healthy Places Index communities of the Imperial Valley to raise public awareness about positive ways to express social justice experiences through community engagement. A campaign website is the central hub for all content describing locally based social justice experiences through community engagement opportunities, featuring diverse multimedia content, including videos, articles, and infographics. Targeted social media highlighting key social justice issues and encouraging community involvement by sharing local social justice-related stories and experiences. The campaign also includes a podcast series featuring interviews with local activists, community organizers, and individuals impacted by social justice issues.
LEARN ABOUT THE ARTIST + CULTURAL PRACTITIONERS
Malik "Potnt Child" Glasgow
Imperial County
Malik Glasgow (stage name Potnt Child [Potential]) is a singer-songwriter, music producer, performing artist, saxophonist, graphic designer, fashion designer, and model. He's collaborated with various musical artists in the Imperial Valley and Southern California to create unique listening experiences and has performed often during local festivals, shows, expos, and gatherings. As an avid admirer of all forms of expression, he aims to help others bring their ideas from concept to creation through his organization Producing Happiness.
Darreon "D-Stats" Staton
Imperial County
Darreon Staton is an accomplished Christian hip-hop artist hailing from Imperial, California. With an unwavering faith and a profound love for music, He channels his passion into delivering impactful messages of hope and inspiration. Known for his captivating stage presence and dynamic performances, Station has had the privilege of sharing the spotlight with numerous renowned artists, solidifying his presence in the music industry. Through these community gatherings, his mission is to touch the hearts and souls of his audience, creating an uplifting atmosphere of spiritual connection.
Eric "EV93" Vargas
Imperial County
Eric Vargas, aka EV9thr33, lives and works in the Imperial Valley. He is passionate about creating and producing music and has produced, mixed, and mastered thousands of solo and collaborative projects for over ten years. He has recently expanded to work with more genres and networks with different outlets such as record labels and A&Rs. Since opening a studio in the area, Vargas has also pursued his artist development.
Eric "EV93" Vargas
Eric Vargas, aka EV9thr33, lives and works in the Imperial Valley. He is passionate about creating and producing music and has produced, mixed, and mastered thousands of solo and collaborative projects for over ten years. He has recently expanded to work with more genres and networks with different outlets such as record labels and A&Rs. Since opening a studio in the area, Vargas has also pursued his artist development.