LOS
ANGELES, June 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- For the
fifth consecutive year, multi-Grammy Award and Emmy award-winning
artist Lizzo is proud to announce her annual Juneteenth Giveback,
which will honor Juneteenth's legacy of emancipation and the
continued fight for freedom and equality.
First launched in 2020, Lizzo's Juneteenth Giveback has since
become an annual tradition to spotlight community organizations,
address systemic inequalities and uplift marginalized groups,
including Black women and girls, LGBTQIA+ youth, and healthcare
workers.
In this year's Juneteenth Giveback, she will uplift unsung
heroes, highlight critical organizations, and engage in powerful
conversations with Americans who are changing their
communities.
"I'm so proud to announce the *5th year* of my annual Juneteenth
Giveback," said Lizzo. "Y'all know each year I aim to support and
shine a light on the work of Black-centered grassroots
organizations and movements.
This year— we're talking about the Intersectionality of
Liberation. Where I'll have uplifting conversations with incredible
black reproductive health activists, LGBTQ+ heroes, The powerful
women humanizing the houseless crises to promising
young, environmentalist leaders. We take the time to honor and
thank these organizers who remind us activism can be a life's
work.
Go to Lizzolovesyou.com to find out more info on the work of
these activists and how you can take action! Cuz we ain't free til
we ALL free."
Lizzo's 2024 Juneteenth Giveback will highlight a series of
initiatives and will include inspiring conversations:
- Today, June 19: "In
Conversation" with Planned Parenthood Clinician Kara
James: On Juneteenth, Lizzo will kick off her 5th
annual Juneteenth Giveback with an insightful conversation with
Planned Parenthood clinician Kara
James. They will discuss the intersections of Black women's
health, reproductive justice, and the importance of community
health for all.
- Thursday, June 20: "In
Conversation" with Save Our Sisters United and Little Miss
Flint: Lizzo will engage in a powerful dialogue with Atlantis
Narcisse, founder of Save Our Sisters United, Inc. (S.O.S.U.), and
youth environmental activist Mari
Copeny, also known as Little Miss Flint. They will discuss
the challenges and triumphs of their advocacy work and the
importance of making a difference in our communities, no matter the
issue.
- Friday, June 21: "In
Conversation" with Shirley Raines
and University of Houston "Sasha Be
Flooting" Scholarship Announcement: Lizzo will converse with
Ms. Shirley Raines, CEO and Founder
of Beauty 2 The Streetz, about the significance of providing
support and resources to underserved communities.
- Additionally, Lizzo will provide an update on the "Sasha
Be Flooting" Scholarship, which she launched last Juneteenth to
award to a student at the University of
Houston Moores School of Music.
Learn more about how you can take action
at lizzolovesyou.com.
About the Featured Heroes and Causes:
- Kara James – Planned
Parenthood: Kara James is a
Planned Parenthood nurse practitioner dedicated to saving Black
women's lives. She founded the Planned Parenthood Black Health
Initiative (BHI) in 2022, focusing on education, preventative care,
and community support. Learn more.
- Atlantis Narcisse – Save Our Sisters United, Inc.
(S.O.S.U.) Atlantis Narcisse is a native Houstonian and
founder of Save Our Sisters United, Inc. (S.O.S.U.), which aims to
protect and empower Black Trans and Cis women. Narcisse is a
renowned activist and mentor committed to dismantling stigma and
fostering unity. Learn more.
- Mari Copeny – Little Miss
Flint: Mari Copeny, known as
Little Miss Flint, is a 16-year-old environmental activist from
Flint, Michigan. She has been
raising awareness about the Flint
water crisis since she was eight years old and continues to
advocate for clean water nationwide. Learn more.
- Shirley Raines – Beauty 2 The Streetz: Ms.
Shirley Raines is the Founder and
CEO of Beauty 2 The Streetz, a non-profit organization providing
support and resources to the homeless. Based in Long Beach, CA, the organization offers
services that restore self-worth and dignity. Learn more.
- University of Houston Moores School of Music "Sasha Be
Flooting" Scholarship: Last Juneteenth, Lizzo announced the
$50,000 "Sasha Be Flooting"
Scholarship for a student at the University of
Houston.
Join Lizzo in celebrating Juneteenth by learning more about
these incredible Americans and taking action to support their work.
For more information, visit lizzolovesyou.com and follow Lizzo on
social media.
Media Contact: Stefan Friedman,
sfriedman@actumllc.com
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