• Your Purpose & Passions

  • PLANTED 70 Women. 7 Years. 1 Mission

  • Created by Pieces of Kandakes, the Women Empowerment Project (WEP) MPLS was established to celebrate, elevate, and amplify the voices of women through storytelling, visibility, and authentic connection.Since 2019, WEP has celebrated and amplified the voices of more than 70 women from diverse backgrounds and life experiences. In 2026, 10 women will be selected as Kandake Models, bringing the total number of women featured through the project to 80. More than a photoshoot, this experience is an opportunity to share your story, inspire others, and become part of a growing legacy of women whose voices deserve to be seen, heard, and celebrated. Whether you are overcoming low self-esteem, growing in confidence, stepping into your purpose, or walking boldly in who you have become, we welcome women from all stages of life and growth.Our goal is not to define your story. We exist to amplify your voice, on your terms.

  • What to Expect

    • Submit your application by July 15, 2026.
      Applications will be reviewed by the WEP Selection Committee.

    • Applicants moving forward in the selection process will be invited to attend Selection Day on Saturday, July 25, 2026.
    • Selected participants will move forward with the project 
  • Before You Apply*

  • Contact

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  • What It Means to Be a Kandake Model

  • Being selected as a Kandake Model is more than participating in an editorial photoshoot.

  • Being selected as a Kandake Model is more than participating in an editorial photoshoot.

    A Kandake Model represents the mission of the Women Empowerment Project by courageously sharing her story, inspiring others, and serving as a visible representation of leadership, resilience, and empowerment.

    Selected participants will:

    - Share their personal story through the Women Empowerment Project.

    - Collaborate with designers and participate in an editorial photoshoot.

    - Be featured in Kandake Korner Magazine printed magazine.

    - Represent the Women Empowerment Project and Pieces of Kandakes through promotional campaigns and community initiatives.

    - Help amplify the voices of women while encouraging others through authenticity and purpose.


    - The editorial experience showcases the woman. Her story is what creates the impact.

  • The editorial experience showcases the woman. Her story is what creates the impact.

  • Your Story

  • The Women Empowerment Project is not a modeling competition.

    While selected participants will participate in an editorial photoshoot and collaborate with designers, the photos are simply a way to help tell each woman's story.

    The heart of WEP is storytelling.

    Every woman has a story worth telling, and our driving  mission is  a platform where those stories can be seen, heard, and celebrated. We are seeking women who are willing to authentically share their journeys to encourage, inspire, and empower others. 

    If your primary interest is participating in a photoshoot, this experience may not be the best fit. If your desire is to use your story to make an impact, we encourage you to apply.

  • Your Purpose and Mission

  • Styling & Production Information

    The Women Empowerment Project MPLS celebrates women of all backgrounds and experiences. There are no requirements regarding race, ethnicity, skin tone, body type, age, or modeling experience. The information below is collected solely for styling, garment sizing, and production planning purposes.
  • Have you participated in a professional photoshoot before? If yes, please tell us about your experience.*
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  • Interview Process

  • Selected finalists will be invited to participate in an in-person interview as part of the final selection process. Tentative Interview Date: Saturday, July 25, 2026. Applicants should reserve this date if possible. Additional details, including interview times and location, will be shared with finalists after applications close.

  • Are you available for an in-person interview on Saturday, July 25?*

  • Commitment & Availability

  • If selected, are you willing to participate in an in-person interview as part of the final selection process?*
  • Are you available for the editorial photoshoot and story telling interview in August 2026?*
  • Are you available to attend the Women Empowerment Project MPLS launch party on October 17, 2026?*
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