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Local Hero: Rene Fisher Mims, Healing Through Drums

A woman in West African dress (including a long, white garment and matching headscarf) sits among West African drums adorned with colorful rope.
Rene Fisher Mims | Roz Kumari
December 1, 2022
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Nominee Name: Rene Fisher Mims
Title: Founder
Organization/Business: S.H.I.N.E MUWASI

"Rene Fisher Mims or 'Mama Nene' is a true healing force in Los Angeles. During this time of COVID-19, she has brought her singular energy, relying on her drumming to heal individuals, families and her South LA community."
Karen Mack, nominator

About Rene Fisher Mims

Rene Fisher-Mims established S.H.I.N.E. MUWASI to spread knowledge of West African drum culture to women in her community. The organization is intended to inspire women of African descent to play the drums and become aware of joyful West African drum culture through education and performance.

'Mama Nene' also brings the "power of the drum" to young people suffering from emotional pain and mental illness, supportive housing communities and anyone in need of inspiration.

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