Ambassador of Hope

Turning Poverty and Prison into a Purpose-Driven Life

By: Andre Norman

Narrated by: Andre Norman

Andre Norman’s early life put him on a path to prison. Raised in poverty and surrounded by dysfunction, Andre gravitated to his neighborhood gang. His choices there led to time in juvenile detention, and eventually a maximum-security prison, with sentences totaling over 100 years. During that time, Andre became one of the most dangerous gang leaders in the Massachusetts prison system.

Then came the epiphany. Just before Andre was to be crowned “King of the Prison,” he had a realization—that he was about to become the “King of Nowhere.” He decided that there had to be a way out. He chose to seek success through education, setting his sights on what others said was impossible—attending Harvard University.

Now, as the Ambassador of Hope, Andre leverages his unique experiences to deliver a message of inclusivity and positive change. Whether you work in the boardroom or the mail room, if you need that “second voice” of inspiration to be the change you seek, Andre will help you discover and achieve your purpose in life.

©2019 Andre Norman (P)2023 Andre Norman

Very inspiring

Andre is an example of perseverance. His story was very inspiring and shows how you should never give up because of where you started in life. His story is also a reminder that every experience in life is preparation for something greater. He inspires me to continue on my personal journey!

Faith and Resilience

Brother Norman,

Due to illness, I missed seeing you at the 2023 ASAE Annual Meeting in Cleveland OH. I am in awe of your faith, resilience and forgiveness shown in all that you have been through. I volunteer with Kairos Prison Ministry in Virginia serving in Greenville Correctional Center and your story sounds all too familiar. So many inside are blessed by your giving back and I thank you for saying YES especially to the youth who are at risk to ending up in prison. Thank you for sharing your life and more over thank you for giving back to those brothers still inside. You continue to make a difference in your community and God sees it all. Continued blessings to you and your family. I am a Cursillista and you spoke of so many close moments to Christ. You are truly walking your 4th Day.
DeColores

Amazing Read

This book is inspirational and amazing. The book allowed me to see perspective can change if my mind changes.

Excellent testimony

I absolutely loved this book! What a beautiful testimony! This was definitely something that shows that strength, determination, plus a higher power, can accomplish anything !

Inspiring

A truly inspiring story - appreciated the vulnerability and the importance of us all having a sense of purpose