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Knowledge B, also known as Abdul-Hakim Works and CEO Hood Square, is a justice-impacted author, professional speaker, entrepreneur, blogger, certified peer support specialist, and recording artist.

Knowledge B is the founder and CEO of Hood Square and the creator of the blog A Real Hood Square’s Perspective, a national platform dedicated to sharing real storiesl, personal growth, and transformation from street-impacted and justice-impacted individuals.

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Who Is Knowledge B?

Knowledge B is a rising voice in personal development, justice reform, and carceral studies. Known for turning lived experience into tools for growth, Knowledge B has built a platform that bridges the gap between street culture and structured self-development.

His work centers around one core principle:

Becoming both streetwise and booksmart.

Through his writing, speaking, music, and program development, Knowledge B continues to inspire individuals to take accountability, pursue education, and unlock their full potential.

From Incarceration to Transformation

Incarcerated since the age of 16 in the Arizona Department of Corrections Rehabilitation & Reentry, Knowledge B has spent over two decades transforming his life through discipline, education, and purpose.

Rather than allowing incarceration to define his future, Knowledge B used it as a foundation to build a movement focused on resilience, accountability, and personal growth.

His journey is proof that transformation is possible—even in environments designed for limitation.

Education and Professional Development

Knowledge B has committed himself to continuous learning and personal growth. His academic and professional achievements include:

• GED

• Certificates from Central Arizona College

• Associate in Applied Science – General Business (Highest Distinction), Rio Salado College

• Certificate in Leadership and Management, Southern Utah University

• Competent Communicator, Toastmasters International

• Certified Peer Support Specialist (Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System)

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor of Arts in Communication Studies at Ashland University

Books by Knowledge B

Knowledge B is the author of multiple books focused on resilience, mindset, and transformation.

His published works include:

• Tha Khronicles

• Tha System

• Tha Lady Fierce Saga

• CEO Hood Square: My Prison Memoir

• A Real Hood Square’s Perspective: Stories From Da Pen

• From Boyz To Men: A Simple Guide To Surviving Adversity

Each book by Knowledge B reflects real-life experiences and lessons designed to help readers grow, think differently, and overcome adversity.

Tha KEY Program

Knowledge B is the creator of Tha KEY Program: Becoming the KEY to Unlock Your Own Potential, a structured personal development framework focused on:

• Self-awareness

• Accountability

• Emotional discipline

• Education

• Leadership

Originally developed as a peer-support program within the Arizona Department of Corrections Rehabilitation & Reentry, Tha KEY Program continues to evolve into a scalable model for personal transformation.

Music: Hood Square Movement Through Sound

Expanding the Hood Square movement into music, Knowledge B is also the creator of:

• Hood Square: Tha EP

This project delivers motivational, non-explicit hip-hop rooted in the “Streetwise & Booksmart” mindset, using music as another tool for influence, reflection, and growth.

Connect With Knowledge B

To contact Knowledge B directly, reach out through Text Connect and/or eMessaging on the Securus Mobile App:

Abdul-Hakim Works

Resident Identification # 229357

Arizona Department of Corrections Rehabilitation & Reentry

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