LEDI Announces 2024 Honorees for 9th Annual Gala In Atlanta
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ATLANTA - eMusicWire -- The 9th Annual LEDI International Life Changers Awards and Fundraising Gala hosted by Emmy Award-winning journalist and emcee Sharon Reed, will take place on October 26, 2024, at the Westin Atlanta Hotel Airport.

Themed "Dare to Dream and Achieve the Impossible," this premier awards and fundraising gala will honor these extraordinary leaders who are making a profound impact on their communities and beyond:

• Rennie Curran – Former NFL player and UGA Bulldog, CEO of The Game Changers Foundation, dedicated to empowering students, current and former athletes, and business professionals through mentorship and personal development.
• Robert Dunn – Senior Regional Director of the Boys and Girls Club of Atlanta, whose leadership has transformed youth programs and services across the region.
• Sue Ann Hong-Whitaker – Executive Director of The Center for Asian Pacific American Women, recognized for her work in developing and empowering Asian Pacific American women into effective leaders.
• Korto Momolu – Renowned fashion designer and activist, Project Runway Season 5 alum, known for using her platform to advocate for women's rights and cultural expression.
• Comer Yates – Executive Director of the Atlanta Speech School, a leader in advancing literacy and communication skills to create equal opportunities for all children.

This year's Honorary Event Chair, Thomas W. Dortch, III, expressed his enthusiasm for the upcoming celebration, "I am honored to be a part of this extraordinary evening and invite everyone to join us to celebrate these incredible honorees."

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"Our honorees exemplify the spirit of dreaming big, defying the odds, and making the impossible possible," added Joan Curran Darkortey, LEDI Co-Founder & Board Chair. "We are honored to celebrate their remarkable achievements and their dedication to building a better world."

The gala promises an inspiring evening starting with a networking and cocktail reception, followed by an award recognition, live entertainment, and cultural celebration. Guests can participate in the silent auction and enjoy a special performance by Cyniah Elise, Atlanta's own American Idol Season & The Preacher's Wife sensation, whose journey reflects the theme of this year's event.

Why Attend or Sponsor?
Proceeds benefit LEDI's mission to empower communities through the gift of literacy and economic development initiatives. The evening provides a unique opportunity to network with change makers, influencers and community leaders. Tickets, sponsorships, program book ads, Westin Hotel booking information, and more are now available at www.ledifundraiser.org or email at info@ledinow.org.

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About LEDI

LEDI is a US-based international nonprofit organization established in 2007 with a mission to reduce poverty, empower communities and change lives - one child at a time, one book at a time, one library at a time. Visit www.ledinow.org to learn more.