Jamal is a smart, strong-willed, and determined young man. Jamal was abandoned by his parents and is working hard to learn how to adjust to figuring out how to be an adult with the guidance and support from the people around him. Jamal has made a recent decision to pursue a High School Equivalency Program because he wishes to finish sooner to pursue an career in real-estate. Jamal is charismatic and has a infectious laugh.