Posted June 17, 2008- In an industry predominantly governed by men, W.E.E.N. is now making their presence known with the Don’t Judge Me…Empower Me tour which kicks off June 28 in New York City at the Hammerstein Ballroom. With appearances from LeToya Luckett, Lil Mama, Mc Lyte, Melyssa Ford, La La Vasquez, Lil Mo, Julissa Bermudez, Free, BET’s Alesha Renee, Kimora Lee Simmons, who serves as the National Spokeswoman for W.E.E.N., and many more, the Don’t Judge Me…Empower Me tour will primarily highlight issues dealing with the female community such as health, leadership, career development, and financial literacy.

 

Valeshia Butterfiled, founder of W.E.E.N. said of the tour, “Our tour begins in New York City at a most opportune time given the unprecedented national debate about the leadership of women in American society. WEEN’s fast growing network of artists, executives and professionals will deliver vital and exciting information to thousands of young women on June 28. After many months of preparation, we are enthusiastic about the launch and our goal is to provide young women with the tools necessary to make informed professional and personal life choices.”

 

Partnering with W.E.E.N. for this new venture will be The Hip Hop Summit Action Network, Girl Scouts Of America, the National Urban League, Latinos in Fashion and Entertainment (L.I.F.E.), T.E.E.N. Diaries, Carifest Cares and Melyssa Ford’s foundation, Less Is More. NYC’s Power 105.1 FM will be joining as an exclusive radio partner while Bird’s Eye Entertainment will be handling production duties.

 

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