Foundation
Founded by MC Lyte, the legendary lyricist and iconic hip-hop pioneer, Hip Hop Sisters Network includes Hip Hop Sisters Artistry, which provides a platform for female artists to showcase their talents in an environment of encouragement and respect, as well as Hip Hop Sisters Foundation, which is a non-profit charity that promotes positive images of women of ethnic diversity by bringing together leaders from the world of Hip Hop, the entertainment industry, and the corporate world. HHS provides national and international support to women and youth around the globe on the topics of: Cultural Issues; Financial Empowerment; Health and Wellness; Mentorship; and Educational Opportunities. Advisory board members include Faith Evans, Ledisi, Jada Pinkett Smith, Chilli, Russell Simmons, Cheryl "Salt" James, Malinda Williams, Kelly Price, Malcolm Jamal Warner, Melanie Fiona, Kenny Lattimore, and Dr. Benjamin Chavis. www.hiphopsisters.org
On September 6, 2012, an invitation-only press conference was held at the office of Russell Simmons in New York City wherein MC Lyte, Melanie Fiona, Dr. Damon Williams, foundation president Lynn Richardson, and others announced the MC Lyte / UW-Madison $100,000 First Wave Scholarship search whereby one recipient will receive a full college scholarship.
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