Some artists create for fame. Others create for the sake of beauty. But then there are those rare voices who are designed with a deeper purpose, using art as a bridge to compassion, justice, and healing. Lacey “G Souldier” Turner belongs firmly to that third category. 
With the release of his new song and video called “We are the Leaders” in support of the nonprofit JB Dondolo Organization, Turner has once again proven that music can be more than entertainment; it can be a call to conscience. His tribute does not simply echo through speakers; it reverberates through communities in need, carrying both hope and urgency.
Growing up in St. Louis, Turner’s early years were shadowed by bullying. Those experiences might have broken him, but instead, they shaped him into a voice for others. Writing came as naturally as breathing, and before long, it became a sanctuary, a way to transform pain into strength. That gift of storytelling later became his book, Abhita: A Powerful Story about Bullying, which follows a 13-year-old girl navigating the harsh realities of cruelty and resilience. 
For Turner, speaking up for the voiceless has always been part of the mission. “We Are the World,” Michael Jackson’s global anthem for humanity, struck him deeply when he was just eight years old. Even at that tender age, he understood that music could move mountains when tied to love and collective action. Today, he carries that same spirit into his own work.
The Cause: JB Dondolo Organization
At the heart of this release lies the JB Dondolo Organization, whose mission is simple but profound: to bring clean water, sanitation, and hygiene to communities that are too often forgotten. Named for a man who dedicated his life to serving others, JB Dondolo Organization stands as a testament to what compassion in action can achieve.
Nowhere is this mission more urgent than in Zimbabwe, where too many families still live without access to clean water. The consequences are devastating; children miss school to fetch water from unsafe sources, preventable diseases spread through contaminated supplies, and entire communities are held back from reaching their potential. Water is life—and in too many places, it remains out of reach.
Art as a Humanitarian Tool
Turner’s artistry defines categories. He is a songwriter, filmmaker, author, podcaster, and activist. But above all, he is a humanitarian who understands that the true measure of creativity is not applause, but impact. His new tribute reflects this truth: that every talent, every platform, every voice can and must be used to uplift humanity.
Through his work, Turner asks us to look beyond ourselves and see the shared responsibility we all carry. The fight against bullying. The fight for dignity. The fight for water. Different struggles, but all connected by the same thread: the basic human right to live free from harm and with hope for tomorrow. 
A Call to Action
Turner’s song is more than music; it’s a plea for action. By supporting JB Dondolo Organization, each of us can play a part in bringing clean water and dignity to communities in Zimbabwe and beyond—donations fund wells, sanitation systems, and health initiatives that change lives forever.
As Turner reminds us through his artistry, “We are the Leaders” is not just a song; it’s a responsibility. The time to act is now.
👉 To support JB Dondolo Organization’s mission, go to https://jbdondolo.org/
Photo Credit by Lacey G Souldier Turner and JB Dondolo
