Our founder Jamar Jackson-Wilson knows firsthand how trauma can alter your life. At age 11, he tragically lost his vision in his right eye as a victim of a fireworks incident. This life-changing event came with many unexpected challenges, mentally and physically, which made Jamar question his existence. He felt isolated, depressed, and had lost all hope and purpose. Prior to the incident he had dreamed of playing basketball and making it to the NBA. However, his dream was shattered that July 4.

It would take years to heal, and it was through creative and imaginative storytelling that Jamar was able to recover and turn his pain into power. This led him to help others do the same through the creation of Battle Scar Kids, which was also conceived to help bring hope and light back into the lives of those who have experienced trauma, as well as help them get back to a life where dreams still come true.

The project served as a catylst to start the Battle Scar Kids foundation. The goal was to do more than just tell a story of inspiration, but show others how to heal, provide resources for healing, growth and evolution, and give others hope to still chase their dreams and live a life with no limitations.