ESSENCE Festival makes triumphant return in New Orleans

Because the unique leisure companion – Disney introduced its personal iconic magic to the Large Straightforward.

From ABC7NY anchor Sade Baderinwa with the forged of Rise on Heart Stage and internet hosting the Disney-sponsored movie competition, to Tamron Corridor with characters from Wakanda to drum main Mickey – Disney was proper at residence.

“With Disney bringing the magic and in addition to the Black pleasure for us – Essence brings that Black pleasure. I simply suppose it is an unbelievable partnership made in heaven,” mentioned Essence Chief Income Officer Pauline Malcolm.

Nonetheless, the Essence Competition shouldn’t be all enjoyable and video games. It’s also about elevating the dialogue and motion about high-impact points for the African-American group like well being, financial empowerment, and social justice.

“In lots of the states which are attacking a girl’s proper to decide on, are the identical states attacking voting rights,” mentioned Vice President Kamala Harris.

A competition spotlight was a fireplace chat with Vice President Harris and Keke Palmer – all a part of a celebration making ready the following technology to proceed the struggle.