Ismael Igartua

Co-Founder

A native of East Harlem, Ismael Igartua discovered his passion for healing work during his 29-year incarceration in New York State and federal prisons. While inside, he earned a B.A. from Skidmore College and a Master’s Degree in Professional Studies from New York Theological Seminary. He has worked as an adjunct instructor for Rising Hope, for credit course in counseling and male emotional development, and as a chaplain’s assistant for over 14 years.

He is dedicated to helping other men find their deeper meaning and purpose in life and show up as positive and responsible leaders in their communities.