Derrin Slack is an accomplished author, speaker, and community leader with nearly two decades of experience empowering youth and advancing belonging and inclusion initiatives. As the founder of ProAct Indy and Know More LLC, Derrin has engaged more than 30,000 young people in community service and developed innovative training programs for organizations [...] debut children's book, "Squez: The Word That Wasn't (But Should Have Been)," reflects his passion for helping young people find their authentic voices and celebrate differences. Through playful storytelling, Derrin encourages readers to embrace the magic of language and the beauty of cultural connections.A recipient of numerous awards, including the Indianapolis Business Journal's Top Forty Under 40 and the Community Impact Award from the Indiana Civil Rights Commission, Derrin brings his unique perspective and heartfelt wisdom to everything he [...] for Derrin's upcoming titles that continue to explore themes of belonging, self-expression, and community building through engaging stories for anyone who is interested in understanding the power of human connection.