GODFREY MOYE
SELF-EMPOWERMENT SPEAKER AND PERFORMER
When a 17-year old boy told Godfrey Moye that, ever since he was eight years old, he knew that as soon as he turned 18, he could get on government assistance, Godfrey knew he had to do something to let our youth know that they have choices – choices that they can make now that would result in a future that is much better than what they’ve been told, or what they assume it would be. That 17-year old’s words ignited a passion within Godfrey, one that lead him to his mission of imparting self-empowerment to pre-teens and young adults.
Since 2007, Godfrey has been speaking at high schools, middle schools, colleges, counseling centers, juvenile homes, and churches, operating in his mission, and helping our youth and young adults to know that they possess a great power within themselves – the power of choice. The overall intent of Godfrey’s talk is to teach the students about how, in spite of them not being exposed to consistent examples of success, they each have a purpose on this earth, and that they can and will put an end to the generational cycle of poverty, unemployment, and crime in their families. These same social issues also affect affluent children, as well, especially with the increase of heroin use and overdoses in the suburbs.
Godfrey joined the Los Angeles County Office of Education in 2009, where he serves as a Paraeducator, providing individualized instruction and planning activities for students in juvenile halls, juvenile probation camps, and teen drug rehabilitation centers. He previously worked at the North Valley YMCA in Granada Hills, CA for four years, working with children, ages 5-12. Godfrey has been teaching middle school classes at his church in Granada Hills, CA where he also created the B4Men mentorship program for boys, ages 11-14.
Godfrey speaks to youth and young adults in a conversational manner that gets them quickly engaged and involved in each topic. He speaks to them on their level, and never with a condescending tone. By the time Godfrey is finished speaking, the impact he has made is apparent by the smiles in the room, and the notes that have been taken.
Godfrey has an Associate of Arts degree in Business from the University of Phoenix, where he is also pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Entrepreneurship.
As an actor, Godfrey has appeared in over 25 national commercials, including spots for McDonald’s and AT&T. He has also played numerous roles in hit television shows, such as How I Met Your Mother, Southland, and Cold Case. Godfrey knows how blessed he is to have the opportunity to fulfill his dreams as an actor, singer, dancer, and encourager. He attributes these opportunities to the choices he made when he was young. Godfrey thrives in knowing that he can lead youths and young adults to the choices that will make a difference in their lives, as well.
