Season 9 Is Officially Underway!

A new season has arrived at Regenerate Society, Inc., and with it comes a renewed focus on purpose, preparation, and partnership. Season 9 marks a pivotal moment in our organization’s journey — one where we are intentionally strengthening our internal foundation while expanding our impact outward across the city of Birmingham.

Season 9 Launch: MLK Day in Action

Our Season 9 launch officially began on Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, grounding this new chapter in both reflection and service. The day started with an interview appearance on The Morning Aux Show, where members of our Health & Wellness Division joined Executive Director Wes Wright to discuss their work and what’s ahead for the season. This feature came as a direct result of the Health & Wellness team winning the 2025 RJV Media Lab Project of the Year Award, which included the opportunity to be highlighted on the show.

Following the interview, our team moved from conversation to action. Members spent the afternoon serving at the Birmingham Civil Rights Institute, assisting with a creative activation for youth visitors. Under the direction of Studio 2500’s Willie Williams, Jr., our team helped guide over seventy children in creating collages that encouraged self-expression, reflection, and creativity — a meaningful way to honor the legacy of Dr. King through hands-on service.

Left Photo: RS Members (l to r) Candace Green, Jada Roland, & Devin Tanksley help cut out collage pieces for the children’s artwork. Right Photo: Studio 2500 owner, Willie Williams Jr., holds up an example for the kids while he explains the procedure.

We appreciate both RJV Media Lab and Willie Williams, Jr. for allowing us to sit and serve with them to kick off our ninth season!

Building Stronger Veterans for the Future

This past fall, rather than launching another large-scale Training Camp, we made a strategic decision this season to invest deeply in our current members. By prioritizing veteran development, we are equipping our team to lead with excellence, consistency, and care — not only for this season, but in preparation for Season 10 and beyond. Strong veterans build strong teams, and Season 9 is about raising the standard from the inside out.

Strengthening Leadership & Business Impact

That same commitment to long-term growth is reflected in one of our most exciting additions this season: the hiring of Katiana Banks as our Business Impact Developer. As the leader of our Business Division, Katiana brings extensive experience in communications, community engagement, and small business development. Her role strengthens our ability to build sustainable partnerships, equip members with entrepreneurial insight, and ensure the work we do today creates lasting impact for the future.

A Clear Focus on Serving Birmingham Youth (Ages 9–18)

One of the most visible shifts this season is our intentional focus on serving youth ages 9–18 within Birmingham City. While our active roster continues to consist of members ages 17–24, the projects they design and lead will now be centered on reaching back and investing in the generations coming behind them. This shift allows our members to apply their leadership, creativity, and developing talents toward mentorship, education, and exposure for young people at a critical stage of life — directly aligning with our mission to revive, restore, and regenerate purpose across generations.

Serving Through Partnership

Season 9 will also look different in how we show up across the city. Rather than centering our calendar around marquee, RS-hosted initiatives, this season emphasizes service through partnership. Our team is committed to meeting community needs by supporting the work of our partners — serving alongside organizations like The Flourish Alabama during their High Tea series and assisting with events such as the UNCF Birmingham Mayor’s Masked Ball. This season is about presence, reliability, and shared impact.

The Activism team, Raiya Goodman (left) & Wes Wright (middle), alongside Director of Health & Wellness, Candace Green (right), pose for a photo at the 2025 UNCF Birmingham Mayor's Ball.

Stay Connected This Season

As Season 9 unfolds, we invite you to stay connected by following our Season Schedule, where all upcoming events, service opportunities, and partner activations will be posted. Whether you’re interested in attending an event, collaborating as a partner, or learning more about how to get involved, the schedule is the best way to stay in the loop.

If you’d like more information about supporting our work or becoming part of the RS community, come by our Volunteer Interest Meeting on Thursday, February 12th! We talk about our upcoming projects and how you can help make a change!

Whether you can or cannot make it, reach out to us by email to learn how you can be a part of what’s ahead.

Season 9 is here — and we’re just getting started. ♻️