We recently had the chance to connect with Jasmine Moore and have shared our conversation below.
Jasmine , really appreciate you sharing your stories and insights with us. The world would have so much more understanding and empathy if we all were a bit more open about our stories and how they have helped shaped our journey and worldview. Let’s jump in with a fun one: What’s more important to you—intelligence, energy, or integrity?
Integrity is most important to me out of the 3 listed. It’s easy to do the right thing when others are around or when all eyes are on you, but it’s what you do when no-one is watching that matters the most. I associate integrity with having strong morals and principles.
Can you briefly introduce yourself and share what makes you or your brand unique?
I’m Jasmine Moore, a 30-year-old graduate of Kennesaw State University with a degree in Criminal Justice. I work at a Metro Atlanta Prosecutor’s Office where I focus on breaking the cycle of repeat offenses by helping individuals access essential services and resources that address the root causes of their actions .At the age of three years old, I was diagnosed with a rare bone condition, Osteogenesis Imperfecta, commonly known as Brittle Bones. which affects the strength and structure of my bones. As a result, I use an electric wheelchair as my primary means of mobility.
I’m the Founder of Grateful Hands, Inc., a nonprofit I started in 2021 to support individuals with disabilities. Our mission is all about advocating and serving individuals with disabilities to live independently and freely.
Through Grateful Hands, I’ve worked to bridge the gap between the disability community and the broader public, advocating for things such as accessible education, equitable employment, and greater disability awareness. Inclusion is at the core of everything I do, and I’m committed to ensuring that everyone has a voice and a seat at the table.
Appreciate your sharing that. Let’s talk about your life, growing up and some of topics and learnings around that. What relationship most shaped how you see yourself?
The relationship with family, specifically my parents. At a very young age, they poured into me. They instilled in me that despite my bone condition and disability, I was good enough, I deserved respect, and love, just like anyone else. They treated me as if I was no different and constantly encouraged me to be confident in myself.
If you could say one kind thing to your younger self, what would it be?
God created you the way that you were meant to be.
Next, maybe we can discuss some of your foundational philosophies and views? Whom do you admire for their character, not their power?
My Papa. He is one of the greatest men I’ve ever known. He is a true man of God and has such a big heart. He is always willing to help anyone in need without expecting anything in return.
Okay, so let’s keep going with one more question that means a lot to us: What is the story you hope people tell about you when you’re gone?
I never let my circumstances define who I am or stop me from accomplishing anything. I was a handworker, dependable, kind and honest.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://www.gratefulhands.org
- Instagram: Theofficialjasminedenise ; Gratefulhandsinc
- Facebook: Grateful Hands, Inc
