Trapped between fear and anxiety, I would drink and use drugs to cover up my feelings. After years of living this way with several bad trips, blackouts and hospitalizations, I went into treatment.
Roger Wright
Roger is an actor, author, poet, lyricist, singer and songwriter. A native of D.C. Roger’s experience has been one familiar to many African American men from the D.C. area. He discovered the art of writing in grade school and began performing at his Grandfather’s church. As a young man he honed his artistic skills on the streets of D.C. as a street performer. He is now the CEO of the organization Raisin’ da bottom, which mission is to encourage, enlighten, and motivate.