THE “WHY U MAD? CONFERENCE IS HERE!

OCTOBER 17, 2026 5:00PM - 10:00PM

EMBASSY SUITES BATON ROUGE, LA 70808

***FREE FOR ALL SCHOOLS***

ONLY 15 SCHOOL SPOTS LEFT

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KEYNOTE SPEAKER:

MAYOR SID “COACH” EDWARDS

2026 Why U Mad? Conference

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OCTOBER 17th, 2026

Embassy Suites Ballroom Baton Rouge, LA , 70808

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“Turning Anger into Ambition - One Student at a Time.”

The Why U Mad? Foundation helps students turn anger into understanding, frustration into focus, and conflict into confidence. Our free, school-based anger management program gives at-risk youth the tools to manage emotions, make better choices, and build stronger futures. Discover how your school can join the movement—enroll today and be part of real change.

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Board of Directors

Geoffrey Griffin

Educator: Civics /

Louisiana Academy of Production

Executive Director

Richard Slaughter

Former Councilman / West Baton Rouge Parish

Realtor / Goodwood Reality

Vice Director
Secretary / Media Chair

Ivan Toldson

Professional Videographer

Owner: Maturity LLC (Video Services)

Rupert Follins

Treasurer

Educator: Art Director 

(2026 Debose Winner)

Scotlandville Middle School

Real Estate Investor

Former Marine Corp.

Compliance & Policy Chair

Educator: ELA

Louisiana Academy of Production

Courtney Penilton

Ambassadorship & Fundraising

Student: Criminology

Louisiana State University

Aidan Meehan

Community & Parent Liaison

Marvin Mercer

Educator & Director:

Harmony & Justice Academy

Helix Community Schools

Why U Mad? Activists (Employees)

Autism Behavioral Specialist

Teacher: Orleans Parish Schools

Texas Women’s University

Chantel Hill

Life Coach / Trauma Counselor

Baton Rouge, LA

LeeMichael Williams

Life Coach / Behavior Counselor

Indianapolis, ID

Freddie D. Cameron

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