The Event Hosts
Amma Whatt
Amma Whatt is a dynamic vocalist and performer known for her genre-blending sound that fuses Soul, Afro-Caribbean rhythms, House, and Jazz. A proud graduate of Egbe Iwa and current Vice President of its Board, she continues to inspire through both music and mentorship.
Described by PopMatters as “a distinctive soul singer who absolutely seduces your ear,” and praised by The New York Times for her “silk-infused vocals,” Amma’s artistry is both powerful and deeply expressive.
She has performed internationally, collaborated with renowned artists, and created viral a cappella performances rooted in Afro-Cuban spiritual traditions. Beyond the stage, she is an educator and advocate, using her voice to promote social justice and empower communities through music.
Andres Chulisi Rodriguez
Andres Chulisi Rodriguez is a HOLA Award-winning and AUDELCO-nominated actor, author, and performance artist. His work spans theater, poetry, and live performance, with a strong focus on storytelling that reflects lived experience.
He is the self-published author of Slips, Trips and Falls, a collection of personal essays and poetry. As a member of the spiritual institution FUENTE, he is also engaged in teaching inclusive spiritual practices.
Andres is a passionate advocate for the POC and LGBTQ+ communities, producing work that centers their voices and experiences. He facilitates acting and writing workshops across New York City and continues to develop new projects, including his variety show ChuliVision, his one-man show MARICON, and his upcoming book UNMOTHERED.
The Honorees
Amma Whatt
Amma Whatt is a dynamic vocalist and performer known for her genre-blending sound that fuses Soul, Afro-Caribbean rhythms, House, and Jazz. A proud graduate of Egbe Iwa and current Vice President of its Board, she continues to inspire through both music and mentorship.
Described by PopMatters as “a distinctive soul singer who absolutely seduces your ear,” and praised by The New York Times for her “silk-infused vocals,” Amma’s artistry is both powerful and deeply expressive.
She has performed internationally, collaborated with renowned artists, and created viral a cappella performances rooted in Afro-Cuban spiritual traditions. Beyond the stage, she is an educator and advocate, using her voice to promote social justice and empower communities through music.
Andres Chulisi Rodriguez
Andres Chulisi Rodriguez is a HOLA Award-winning and AUDELCO-nominated actor, author, and performance artist. His work spans theater, poetry, and live performance, with a strong focus on storytelling that reflects lived experience.
He is the self-published author of Slips, Trips and Falls, a collection of personal essays and poetry. As a member of the spiritual institution FUENTE, he is also engaged in teaching inclusive spiritual practices.
Andres is a passionate advocate for the POC and LGBTQ+ communities, producing work that centers their voices and experiences. He facilitates acting and writing workshops across New York City and continues to develop new projects, including his variety show ChuliVision, his one-man show MARICON, and his upcoming book UNMOTHERED.
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