About Adam...

Indianapolis native Adam Wade J is an educator, creator, author, and youth advocate who overcame poverty and academic struggles to pursue a life dedicated to youth empowerment. A graduate of IUPUI, he now works with Elevate Indianapolis, helping high school students succeed through mentorship and education. In 2021, Adam published his first children’s book, I Wish I Wish, inspiring young readers to embrace literacy. As founder of The Adam Wade J Collective, he merges his passion for life through his children's books, health advocacy, and his clothing line, a representation of urban culture inspired by the 1739 Stono Rebellion. Through each of these initiatives, Adam strives to uplift communities, educate and inspire others to live authentically and empowered.