The WayWesX17 Homeless Project

  Every organization has a story. WWX17 was born from both profound loss and unwavering faith. I am honored that MSW Intern Chanel Campbell captured the heart behind our mission and the legacy of Wesley and Waymond II . I invite you to read and learn more about the principles that continue to guide our work: Justice . Love. Legacy. -Dr. Cynthia B. Brown, MSW ============================================================================== On October 7th, 2026, I had the pleasure of interviewing the co-founder of the WayWesX17 Homeless Project ( WWX17 ), Dr. Cynthia Brown. 💜 The stories she shared about her experiences of grief and pain in the loss of her sons, Wesley and Waymond II, underlined just how much she had experienced, leading her to transform, as Dr. Brown would describe, into a butterfly and to turn their legacies into the creation of WWX17 . 🙏 Dr. Brown's love for her family is deeply rooted in her love for God. Like WWX17 , her path is rooted in justice, love, and he...

  From Dignity to Justice : how Love First shapes the way we serve, advocate, and build community. 🧡 Love First is more than a phrase at WWX17 . It is a way of seeing people. A way of serving people. A way of building a world where dignity is not earned, but recognized. For us, Love First is not a slogan. It is a commitment. It is the foundation of our BluePrint : Justice. Love. Legacy. ✨ Over the years, I've come to understand that love is often misunderstood. Many people think of love as a feeling. Something soft. Something private. Something reserved for those we know and understand. But, I've learned that love is also a choice. A discipline. A responsibility. Love   is choosing to see the humanity in another person before seeing their circumstances. 💬 Love   is how we speak. 🚪 Love is how we show up. 🌎 Love   is how we decide who belongs. And in a world that too often overlooks people experiencing hardship, choosing love can be a radical act of Justice...