Carita Cole
Senior Mentor, West Tennessee Legal Services/ Rapper/Performer
Carita serves as a Testing Coordinator and Paralegal for West Tennessee Legal Services and works on issues ranging from improving access to health care and ensuring people’s safety to access to affordable housing and securing income.
Having started as a trumpet player at Tigrett Middle School in Jackson, she has also made quite a career as a recognized hip-hop artist playing a wide range of local and regional events. She has amassed a strong following of online fans projecting new, bold visions for conscious rap and performance.
Having graduated from Jackson Central-Merry High School in 2003, she has established herself as a highly respected contributor to the Jackson community. Having done so as a one of a kind artist and a dedicated professional, Carita is a tremendous, committed asset to the community in Jackson.
“Mentors play a crucial role in shaping the lives of youth, guiding them through life choices, offering advice on academics, career paths, relationships, and personal growth. From my experience with Jackson Grown, I've learned that growth isn’t about quick fixes or immediate results; it unfolds in its own time.”
— Carita Cole
