August 29, 2012: On Wednesday, an all-star cast of reality TV stars took part in a panel hosted by Amanda Seales for the Women in Entertainment Empowerment Network (WEEN). Participants included WEEN co-founders Valeisha Butterfield – Jones, Kristi Henderson, Lauren Lake and Sabrina Thompson, also the runner-up on CBS’ Survivor, Emily B, Mashonda, Somaya Reece and Yandy Smith, all formerly of Vh1’s Love and Hip Hop, Adrienne Bailon of the Style Network’s Empire Girls, Andrea Kelly of Vh1’s Hollywood Exes, Meeka Claxton formerly of Vh1’s Basketball Wives, anti-domestic violence activist Sil Lai Abrams, psychologist/author Dr. Michelle Callahan and others.
The PROJECT REALism event took place at the Helen Mills Theater in New York City and drew a standing-room-only crowd. The women addressed their role on television and how it has affected their personal lives as well as their careers. We were also given a glimpse into what we can expect from the women in the near future.
