The Full Story
Who We Are
Chris Rasheed
The MSE group began under the leadership and guidance of Chris Rasheed in 2015. Chris is an educator, mentor, role-model and doer.
He is also the Coordinating Director of Justice League L.O.U.
​
Kam Rasheed Executive Director
​
Jayus Rasheed CEO
LIONHEART
Mighty Shades
of Ebony
Mighty Shades of Ebony
Kam Rasheed CEO (aka Fuego) | Arielle Rasheed (aka Jayus) | Genesis Hatchet | Imani Hatchet (Mi Mi)
.png)
Kam Rasheed
Kam Rasheed a leader and co-founder of the Mighty Shades of Ebony (MSE) and has expressed their passions through the arts since the age of three. Kam attends the University of Louisville Speed School of Engineering and is a graduate of DuPont Manual High School, in the math, science, and technology program. As the sole winner of the Math and Technology award at their Junior Year graduation, they demonstrated passion for programming language and software by becoming fluent in 2 total languages- English, half of Spanish, and half of JavaScript. It all adds up; don’t worry about it. With a 3.8 GPA, a 31 on the ACT, and a 1400 on the SAT, Kam is known for their academic drive, especially when it comes to STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math). Along with focusing on academics, Kam is an active member of the student body in in several organizations. Kam is the Chief Operating Officer.
​
They are a member of the Spanish Historical Honors society, a graduate of the INSPIRE technology program, the secretary of the Spanish Club, an English, Science, and Civics tutor for Kentucky Refugee Ministries at Noe Middle, a country representative at KUNA (Kentucky United Nations Assembly), a musician in AMPED (Academy of Music Production and Education Development, a board member of the Wheelhouse Project, a Duke TIP student, a People to People World Leader, a member of the GCCP (Global Citizenship Certificate Program) with the World Affairs Council, and was selected to be part of the 2019-2020 cohort of the One Love Louisville Youth Implementation Team, which serves as youth advisors to Mayor Greg Fischer.
As the leader of the Mighty Shades of Ebony, they are dedicated to environmental activism through their work in the Young Earth Activist Group. This year’s capstone project focused on creating a summer camp for Fairdale elementary students to provide food sustainability and to show youth how and why to eat healthy foods. That’s not the only thing Kam has been up to. They also participated in University of Louisville SPEED School’s INSPIRE Engineering camp and U of L’s student shadowing program. Their other interests include playing the piano, watching an entire season of a Netflix show straight, playing chess, and drawing, painting, and singing.
​
Arielle Rasheed aka Jayus
Jayus Rasheed is a leader and co-founder of the Mighty Shades of Ebony (MSE). She is also a published author; she has penned a piece, “My Cotton Candy World,” when she was in 5th grade. MSE is a social and environmental justice activist hip hop group. She has performed at such events as, a WFPL Radio special focusing on Diversity and Resilience, Literacy Nights at various schools, Back to School Events, the 2019 JCTA MLK awards banquet held at Wildwood Country Club, the 2019 Black History Month Talent Show at Manual High School, an Ideas X Lab fund raiser, an AMPED/Hip Hop Rhythm Science event in Shelby Park, the NULU/Fund for the Arts block party, the State Capital Black History Month Celebration and much more. Jayus is the Chief Executive Officer.
​
Jefferson County Public Schools contracted her to collaborate in the 2019 Backpack Summer League Program. In 2018, Arielle has received proclamations from Mayor Fischer for community activism and Secretary of State, Alison Grimes, has named her Commonwealth Ambassador. In 2019, she was awarded the Green Spark award for her work in environmental Justice from the Project Warm Energy Conservation Association. She has performed as an actor in two Stage One productions of Lion King and Aladdin. She is an avid reader, loves the horror genre, and is a huge fan of Anime’.
​
​
Genesis Hatchet
​
Genesis is MSE's newest member and is already hitting the ground running as a natural leader. She is our IG/social media and marketing specialist. She is also a very seasoned actor and singer that strives for academic excellence and the pursuit of justice in all things. Genesis is the cool waters that keep everything chill. Her speaking prowess is introspective and soothing to the spirit. More to come about Genesis very soon.
​
LIONHEART
Malachi Ibnmohammed (aka Malachi) | Ingram Quick (aka IQ) | Demontez Shephard (aka Tez) | Joseph Paige (aka J Flow)
Malachi Ibnmohammed
Hi. I’m Malachi Ibn-Mohammed. I am the Production Manager. I was born on April 3, 2007 in a small town in Louisiana. I moved around a lot because my dad was in the military, but he retired and we all settled down in Louisville, Kentucky. With me always being the new kid I felt the need to make my mark everywhere I went because I didn’t know if I was staying long. I have been to 8 schools by the time I was in 9th grade and in those years I have been in many after school extracurriculars, such as, beta club, fan track and cross country, did band, and went to academic camps like SCATS and VAMPY. I have received awards like: The Presidential Academic Achievement Award, 1st Place in three Spelling Bees, 1st Place in two Jurisdictional Speech Competitions, and many more. Some of my hobbies are: skateboarding, music, and culinary arts. So that’s a little bit about Malachi Ibn-Mohammed.
Ingram Quick
Hello! My name is Ingram. I am the Director of Education. I’m 14 years old and a 9th grader at Manual High school as a HSU student. I attend the Lincoln foundation, BSU (Black Student Union), and Manual Football. At my Middle School, DuBois Academy I was Class President in 7th grade. I was also apart of L3 (Lions Lead Louisville), Student Council and Dubois Football.
I am a very ambitious person who is willing to work late to get my job done. I’m very loving and understanding. I know that I have flaws that I need to work on but I am wiling to work on myself to make me a better person. I like to be humble and knowing of what I’m good and not good at. And with that Welcome to the Justice League 502 website!
Demontez Shepard
I am Demontez Shepard; a little bit about me is I love writing about anything. I sometimes use writing to debate with people. Its very enjoyable for me. I also love roller skating. I go roller skating with my friends, I've been trying to learn to ride backwards. I also like skateboarding. I started skateboarding in Chicago, i learned a few tricks so far ! On my spare time i write songs for the activist group I'm in. Mighty shades of ebony, but I'm in Lionheart. Although i am more introverted I’ve been told i have an amazing personality and that I’m a good friend. I am the Writer's Workshop Director.
Joseph Paige
I am a well-respected scholar as well as a bright and diligent student. I aspire to greatness and to serve as an example for others. I'm always searching for ways to improve my musicianship and to help the coalition grow by networking and reaching out to the community.
The L in L.O.U stands for Love, which is why I attempt to make everyone feel loved. You, like myself and everyone else, were born to achieve greatness and in times of need or loss of hope, whether you are a part of the coalition by work or donation, you are still significant. Always keep in mind that you are surrounded by your complete family..the human family!
​
​
Oren Hatchet
Oren is our studio engineer, DJ, song writer, and resident musician He also drops BARS! He bring emotional balance and a strong sense of self to our family. Lil Oro will welcome you aboard the mother ship and fly you to Orion's Belt for an opportunity to see life "apeirogonally." There is more to come about Lil Oro soon.
​
​