S.H.I.N.E. Mawusi Women's African Drum Circle

Founded by Rene Fisher-Mims, S.H.I.N.E. Mawusi is a women's African drum circle formed to teach West African drumming to women and to promote healing, empowerment, and community. The group runs regular community drumming sessions and performs at Black History programs, churches, festivals, and private events. Founder Rene Fisher-Mims was profiled by PBS SoCal and the group's programming has been included in California Arts Council–supported community arts initiatives.