MEET THE FOUNDER
ISH BOLDEN
Ish Bolden is the Founder and President of Driving While Black Inc., a Georgia nonprofit dedicated to driver safety, traffic-stop preparedness, communication, and de-escalation. Drawing from personal experiences and a background in sociology, Ish created DWB to give drivers practical knowledge and confidence before the blue lights come on.
Education before the encounter. Preparation before the pressure.
WORKSHOP LEADERSHIP
Ish leads engaging workshops and presentations focused on driver safety, traffic-stop preparedness, communication, de-escalation, and informed decision-making.
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
DWB works with schools, colleges, youth organizations, churches, community organizations, and public-safety partners to bring practical driver education directly to communities.
EDUCATIONAL RESOURCES
Ish develops practical resources that help drivers better understand traffic-stop preparedness, communication strategies, rights and responsibilities, and safety-focused decision-making.
B.A. in Sociology | Georgia State University
DWB IN THE COMMUNITY
Driving While Black Inc. believes meaningful change starts with education and community engagement. We welcome opportunities to connect with residents, public-safety professionals, and community organizations to promote safer interactions on the road.
Driving While Black Inc. at the Gwinnett County Police Department Faith and Blue Block Party | October 2026
Education before the encounter. Preparation before the pressure.