CANTU BEAUTY CELEBRATES INTERNATIONAL BLACK WOMEN’S HISTORY MONTH

STAMFORD, Conn., PRNewswire -- Cantu Beauty, an award-winning textured hair care brand, once again joins Women Empowering Nations (WEN) to host the 2023 Girls Leading Our World (GLOW) Global Cohort: an immersive, high impact leadership coaching experience beginning this month through July 2023 for women of color across the globe. This year’s cohort builds on the 2022 program and received applications from more than 2,500 young women from seven countries — the United States, United Kingdom, South Africa, France, Germany, Ghana and Nigeria. This year’s investment will eclipse $1 million in total by Cantu toward community efforts across programs and partners including Women Empowering Nations.

“In order to be truly empowered, you must first have access and Cantu Beauty is committed to supporting the next generation of female leaders by equipping them with those resources to make a difference in their personal and professional lives,” said Dametria Kinsley, Cantu Beauty’s Global Vice President of Marketing. “Through our multi-year partnership with WEN, we’re able to take our commitment to the next level at a larger scale to reach Black and Brown women all over the world.”

This year, WEN and Cantu Beauty have selected 50 young women ages 17-23 to participate in the GLOW Global Cohort, an immersive 10-week virtual experience sponsored by Cantu Beauty. The cohort runs from April 15 - June 17 touching on topics such as culture and identity, public speaking, personal and professional branding, executive leadership, and mental health and wellness. At the conclusion of the cohort, members will have planned and organized a Global Day of Service where all of the GLOW cohort members complete their service initiatives on the same day in partnership with each other around the world. Cantu and WEN are excited to announce the 2023 cohort includes the following esteemed young women:

• Cara Doumbe Kingue — Lyon, France

• Diwura Williams — Ondo State, Nigeria

• Jill-Anaïs Lafages — Goyave, France

• Blessing Osarumwens — Lagos, Nigeria

• Elmire Raboteur — Paris, France

• Tariro Hova — Springs, South Africa

• Zinhle Apleni — Paris, France

• Kgaogelo Makgoba — Johannesburg, South Africa

• Anaïs Brochec — Montepellier, France

• Mambesi Matiwane — Cape Town, South Africa

• Faouziya Schremmer — Munich, Germany

• Michell Lethubuhle Chiremba — Johannesburg, South Africa

• Mirjam Mekonnen — Wiesbaden, Germany

• Thandolwenkosi Nkosi — Johannesburg, South Africa

• Anne Achieng Alwala — Accra, Ghana

• Micaleb Lawrence — Cape Town, South Africa

• Deborah Oduro Kwarteng — Accra, Ghana

• Sino Rodrigues — Kaiega, South Africa

• Chleo-Patra Awonpomi Azantilow — Kumasi, Ghana

• Anjolaoluwa Awe — London, UK

• Joy Tari-bagshaw — Koforidua, Ghana

• Marlene Twinomugisha, London, UK

• Opeyemi Adesegun — Lagos, Nigeria

• Ilham Ali — Birmingham, UK

• Oluwadamilola Akintewe — Lagos, Nigeria

• Elle-sue Calderbank — Manchester, UK

• Vanessa Osinlaru — London, UK

• Jeanne’ Spencer — Tulsa, OK

• Chimdinma Okpalauko — London, UK

• Camillah Canty — Belleville, IL

• Sumayyah Adeyemi — Leicester, UK

• Kaylah Harris — Ruston, LA

• Jessica Amponsah — London, UK

• Kyla Hurns — Southfield, MI

• Joanne Kadiri — London, UK

• Nigeria Segure-Watson — Baltimore, MA

• Destiny Daniel — Washington, DC

• Youma Diabira — Philadelphia, PA

• Awa M Sumareh — New York, NY

• KiaraSkye Dodson — Harlem, NY

• Ranita Opoku-Sarfo — Stafford, VA

• Zyahna Bryant — Charlottesville, VA

• Jayda Rogers — Cincinnati, OH

• Blandine Cadet — Atlanta, GA

• Khadijah Merriweather — St. Louis, MO

• Deborah Olatunji — Seattle, WA

• Alina Wilson — Oklahoma City, OK

• Jacqueline Azah — Atlanta, GA

• Te’a Williams — Tulsa, OK

• Ose Ehianeta Arheghan — Brooklyn, NY

We are thrilled to continue investing in the future and talent development of young women of color with Cantu Beauty,” said Carlisha Williams Bradley, Women Empowering Nation’s Founder and Executive Director. “Cantu goes above and beyond in their dedication to the community. Cantu’s executive team has provided their time, resources and financial investment to change the career trajectory of young women around the world. I am proud to continue our work together.”

Since 2020, Cantu has been a sponsor of the GLOW Virtual Summit, providing scholarships and business grants to young Black women around the globe to continue their education. Last year, the Cantu GLOW Global Fellowship included a paid, four-month hands-on experience in the beauty industry, which concluded with a capstone and group travel seminar in Accra, Ghana. The partnership is part of Cantu’s continued commitment to elevating and uplifting Black and Brown communities.

To learn more, follow Women Empowering Nations on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter. Stay connected with Cantu Beauty on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter or visit them at cantubeauty.com.

The Brotherhood Sister Sol Celebrates 18th Voices Gala Alongside Honoree Dapper Dan

NEW YORK, PRNewswire -- The Brotherhood Sister Sol (BroSis), the Harlem-based youth development and social justice organization, today announced the return of its signature Voices gala. Returning for its 18th iteration on Thursday, May 11th, Voices serves as the organization’s annual benefit that celebrates its youth members and enriching programming. Taking place at New York City’s Ziegfeld Ballroom, this year’s event will honor special guest Dapper Dan to recognize his legendary work within fashion, music and culture timed with the 50th anniversary of Hip Hop.

“We are very excited to be honoring Dapper Dan at our 18th annual Voices gala. Dap is a true icon, a son of Harlem whose unique creativity and innovative designs have captured the attention of the world,” said Khary Lazarre-White, Co-Founder and Executive Director of The Brotherhood Sister Sol. “Dapper Dan deeply believes in our mission and our commitment to uplifting young people and providing them with the resources and support they need to succeed. We are excited to celebrate his lasting impact on our community and we look forward to recognizing and honoring him as we also uplift and elevate the voices of our young people and the mission of BroSis.”

A fellow Harlem native, Dapper Dan pioneered streetwear in the early 1980s, co-opting luxury branding to design original garments with high-end detail. With an impressive client roster of celebrities and entertainers, Dapper Dan changed fashion and design through his bold take on styling. Following BroSis’ recent partnership with Dapper Dan for the

DAP GAP collection, the organization is pleased to recognize his deep impact across fashion, music, and culture.

“I am truly humbled and honored to be recognized at The Brotherhood Sister Sol’s annual Voices Gala,” said Dapper Dan. “As a son of Harlem, it means the world to me to give back to the community that has given me so much. The work that BroSis does to uplift young people is truly inspiring, and I am proud to support their efforts. I look forward to celebrating with them and continuing to work together to make a positive impact in the lives of young people in Harlem and beyond.”

Voices is BroSis’ signature annual benefit highlighting its inspiring young people. Putting a spotlight on their personal journeys through spoken-word performances, heartfelt speeches, and more, the event provides an extraordinary opportunity for dynamic supporters to celebrate BroSis’ commitment to helping youth develop into critical thinkers and community leaders. This year’s event will additionally include special appearances from supporters of the organization to be in attendance.

“It is very exciting to celebrate the endeavors of an organization dedicated to empowering the lives of Black and Brown youth,” said Detavio Samuels, CEO of REVOLT and BroSis Board Member. “The Voices Gala is a tribute to the unwavering spirit of Black excellence and honors trailblazers who are paving the way for future generations. I’m excited to honor and amplify Black voices of all ages, from those who led the way to those who will be doing so in the future.”

“BroSis continues to pave the way for our next generation of leaders, that leaves an impact not only on the youth members but also the communities they represent,” said Rahsan-Rahsan Lindsay, CEO of Mediaco Holding Inc., and BroSis Co-Chair. “Voices speaks to the organization’s accomplishments and sheds light on how important our community’s resources are in making a difference.”

The organization’s Voices gala further carries out its mission of celebrating and recognizing future leaders of tomorrow. The evening features a festive reception, seated dinner, and dynamic program to make for an evening to remember.

“We are thrilled to kick off this year’s Voices gala, a powerful event that showcases the immense potential and promise of Black and Brown youth in our communities,” said Clara Markowicz, BroSis Co-Chair. “As we honor Dapper Dan’s legacy, we also celebrate BroSis’ enduring impact on the lives of young people in Harlem. This is a momentous occasion to uplift the voices of our future leaders and recognize their resilience, strength, and perseverance.”

For more information, please visit brotherhood-sistersol.org and follow The Brotherhood Sister Sol on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and Twitter.

For over 25 years, the Brotherhood Sister Sol (BroSis) has been at the forefront of social justice, educating, training, and organizing to challenge inequality and champion opportunity for all. With a focus on Black and Latinx youth, BroSis is where young people own the power of their history, identity, and community to create the future they want to see. By training educators across the nation and around the world and organizing a community of change agents, BroSis builds on its legacy of youth-led activism to realize a more just and equitable future.