SongRise is Washington DC's very own women s social justice a cappella group made up of 20 passionate and dynamic women working toward positive change in the community! Founded in 2010, SongRise inspires action through song amplifying the fight for social change on a wide range of issues from civil rights to worker rights, ending LGBTQ+ discrimination and racism, highlighting environmental justice, and supporting women s rights just to name a few. They offer up their singing talents at community events, fundraisers, rallies, protests, churches, farmer's markets, civil rights celebrations, arts showcases, schools, and more. SongRise s goal is to inspire action through song. We use our music to support the fight for social change and advocacy. We endeavor to encourage perseverance, raise awareness, and break down barriers. We hope that our listeners will walk away feeling energized to continue the fight for social justice or to start contributing to a cause they are passionate about.

Founded: 2009

Members: Diana Liao, Ellie Pershing, Erin Lowe, Jeanne Lewis, Kamilyn Choi, Katie Blackburn, Meagan Dooley, Melissa Grober-Morrow, Morgan Khan, Nikki Nesbary, Ruby Bevan, Sarah Beller

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