Whether it’s through her expressive and poignant lyrics, her unapologetically Black performances, or her support of grassroots organizations driving change, songstress Solange Knowles has continually used her artistry and platform as an avenue to capture the essence of the Black experience and spread awareness about issues impacting the African American community. In February 2020, the Houston native will be honored for her creative approach to social activism by receiving the first-ever Lena Horne Prize for Artists Creating Social Impact, the Hollywood Reporterreported.

The award—inspired by the legacy of the late legendary singer, actress, and civil rights advocate ⁠Lena Horne—celebrates artists who have been dedicated to making a difference in their local communities and beyond. Individuals on the advisory board include writer Roxane Gay, Chief of Staff of the Ford Foundation and co-founder and Executive Director of BEGIRL.WORLD Deesha Dyer, sociologist Dr. Eve Ewing, Emmy award-winning director Yance Ford, and singer, actor and activist Harry Belafonte. Horne’s daughter Gail Lumet Buckley also serves on the board.

Source: Solange To Be Honored With Lena Horne Prize For Her Cultural And Social Impact