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Jenkins will contribute to studio shows and multiple platforms as well as special programming for CNN
(ATLANTA) – JUNE 15, 2020 – Today, Malcolm Jenkins, two-time Super Bowl Champion, and three-time Pro Bowl Safety for the New Orleans Saints announced that he will join the CNN worldwide network as a Contributor. Jenkins, who is known for his extensive racial and social justice activism, will serve as contributor to studio shows across the network as well as multiple platforms and special programming.
This morning, CNN editorial staff was informed that Jenkins would be joining the network.
As the nation continues to protest for police reforms, Jenkins has been a constant voice and influence. Recently Jenkins, a former Philadelphia Eagle who won a championship in 2018, wrote a compelling Op-Ed in the Philadelphia Inquirer on the policing budget, appeared on national network media programs, published personal videos and led rallies in Philadelphia, including giving a speech in front of thousands that was picked up by national news about defunding the police. The Co-Founder of Listen Up Media, he is also the Executive Producer of BLACK BOYS, a feature-length documentary that examines black humanity in America with a planned release in 2020.
“Having spent years running non-profits and supporting grassroots organizations to address the inequalities of our criminal justice system, educational system and disparate wealth in our marginalized communities, I believe I can be a voice for other athlete activists and those who have dedicated their lives to changing legislation, policies and reforms for human equality. As we move forward from these moments, journalists must not make the grave mistake of allowing the world to go back to sleep. The ground swell of energy that has been injected into all of us, must continue when the protests stop and that includes responsible reporting,” said Jenkins.
“Now more than ever, the public needs to be educated on the roles of elected positions of power, such as the District Attorney, Police Chief or City Council and how to hold those individuals accountable, especially through their voice and their vote. In an important election year, I’m eager to join the CNN family and share my perspective as a regular contributor. I also want to thank CNN for their thoughtful leadership in viewing professional athletes beyond their sport as another educated voice who brings a varied perspective and value to the network’s programming and shows.”
Jenkins has written multiple Op-Eds for the New York Times, Washington Post, CNN.com and published his own weekly column in The Philadelphia Citizen on criminal justice reform. In 2017, he and retired wide receiver Anquan Boldin created the Players Coalition, an independent 501(c)(3) public charity and 501(c)(4) advocacy group dedicated to impact racial and social equality. In 2010, Jenkins founded The Malcolm Jenkins Foundation, a 501(c)(3) non-profit public charity with a mission to effectuate positive change in the lives of youth, particularly those in underserved communities in New Orleans, Ohio, Pennsylvania and New Jersey.
Jenkins is tackling Hollywood with several scripted and non-scripted film, television and digital content projects he’s developing with his production company, LISTEN UP MEDIA, He is represented by ICM Partners.
Media Contact: Kristi Roehm (For Malcolm Jenkins), 8 Degrees, kristi@8degreespr.com
