Mike de la Rocha is visionary strategist, acclaimed artist and compelling voice for change. He is the co-founder of Revolve Impact, a globally recognised creative agency that merges art, activism and storytelling to drive social change, and Tepito Coffee, a company dedicated to providing meaningful jobs for formerly incarcerated individuals through its partnerships with Homeboy Industries, the largest gang intervention and rehabilitation organisation in the world.
Celebrated as one of the most influential change makers of our era, Mike has been instrumental in some of the largest policy victories and cultural shifts in modern history. He has been recognized as one of GOOD Magazine's 100 people reshaping the world, a recipient of the AFL-CIO's Justice, Peace & Freedom Award, a Shorty Social Good Award for Social Justice. His debut book, Sacred Lessons: Teaching My Father How to Love (Simon and Schuster) was just released!
The book explores how inherited definitions of manhood profoundly impacted Mike's ability to connect with his father, his family, and ultimately himself, inviting readers on a transformative journey of self-discovery, forgiveness, and love. It delves into the struggle men face in connecting with themselves and others, offering tools for personal growth and ways to build meaningful and authentic relationships in their lives. His personal experiences with loss and emotional vulnerability, combined with his professional success in creating impactful community-building initiatives with his company Revolve Impact, position him as a credible guide for those on a similar path of transformation. The lessons shared in his book are not only born from his own healing process but also enriched by his broader understanding of how we can heal collectively, making his voice resonate deeply with readers.
We chat about his incredible book, the healing power of nature, music, performing and vulnerability, his Ted talk, Tepito Coffee - providing work for formerly incarcerated people, wanting to help everyone, acceptance plus plenty more!
Check Mike out on:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mrmikedelarocha/
Website + book: https://sacredlessons.com/
Tepito Coffee: https://www.tepitocoffee.com/
Revolve Impact: https://www.revolveimpact.com/
Sacred Lessons: Teaching My Father How To Love; https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Sacred-Lessons/Mike-de-la-Rocha/9798888454152
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