TULSA,
Okla., Aug. 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- As
Oklahoma gears up for rodeo
weekend, a significant cultural event that brings together the rich
heritage of Black cowboys, WANDA's Sisterhood Supper stands out as
a powerful gathering on Sunday, August 11,
2024 in Tulsa. Featuring
Chef Tiffany Tisdale-Braxton, this
event will include special remarks from Oklahoma City Councilmember
Nikki Nice and senior leadership from Oklahoma
State University.
Since its inception in 2017, WANDA's Sisterhood Suppers have
united over 600 women, celebrating foodways, strengthening
community bonds, and supporting future food sheroes. This year's
supper highlights the legacy of women leading from farm to health
through the power of food.
The celebration benefits the WANDA Scholars Program, supporting
women pursuing degrees in agriculture, nutrition, and dietetics.
Founded by Oklahoma State University
alumnus Tambra Stevenson, WANDA has
expanded globally. "We are thrilled to host the Sisterhood Supper
to honor local women food leaders and invest in a new generation
with the WANDA Scholars Program," said Stevenson, founder and CEO
of WANDA. "Together, we can cultivate a more equitable and
empowered future."
"Being the featured chef at WANDA's Sisterhood Supper hosted in
Tulsa, is profoundly important
because it allows us to celebrate our rich culinary heritage, build
strong community bonds, and create a supportive space where Black
and Brown women can share their stories and inspire one another,"
said Chef Tiffany Tisdale-Braxton.
"In a city with such a complex historical past, these gatherings
are crucial for fostering unity, empowerment, and cultural pride as
we move forward towards a more equitable future."
"As a WANDA Scholarship recipient, I am immensely grateful for
this opportunity. Through the WANDA Scholarship, I was able to
apply my teaching skills in a meaningful way. As a future physician
assistant, I plan to use this experience to educate patients and
clients about the profound impact of food on the mind, body, and
soul. I encourage everyone to donate to the WANDA Fund, as it truly
makes a difference," said Valeze' Law-Vaughn, a WANDA Scholar and a
nutrition graduate from Oklahoma State
University.
Secure your seat and contribute to a worthy cause by purchasing
your ticket or donating one at
http://iamwanda.org/sisterhoodsupper. You can also donate to the
Fund directly at http://iamwanda.org/fund. Guests are invited to
dress in their best Cowboy Carter-inspired chic attire and immerse
themselves in a worthy cause.
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SOURCE WANDA: Women Advancing Nutrition Dietetics and
Agriculture