Oswald Newbold II
Oswald Newbold is a certified mediator, author, and advocate whose life story is a testament to the power of transformation. Once sentenced to life at the age of 20, Oswald turned his pain into purpose, rebuilding his life through education and emotional intelligence. As a certified mediator with the National Institute of Mediation, Inc., and the Community Mediation Network, he has achieved a remarkable 90% success rate in resolving conflicts, from prison disputes to community and workplace mediation. Oswald is now empowering the next generation through a youth conflict resolution program, training young people to replace violence with dialogue. His journey, featured in the book "Breaking Chains, Building Futures," highlights the importance of resilience, redemption, and the mindset required to break cycles of poverty and violence. Oswald's work continues to inspire and create lasting change in communities.