Founders

Veronica Very and Hiawatha D. are partners in life, love, and purpose, dedicated to empowering individuals and creating spaces for healing and connection. Together, they inspire transformation through storytelling, art, and community engagement.

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Veronica is the founder of Wonder of Women International, an organization elevating the emotional and spiritual wellness of Black women and girls. She curates safe spaces for healing, self-discovery, and empowerment. Hiawatha D. is a visual artist who paints the story of Black people. His legacy collection, ‘Iconic Black Women’, is beautifully paired with Veronica's love letters to Black women and has been celebrated at their award-winning WOW Gallery in downtown Seattle and the WOW Healing Villa in South Africa.

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In ‘Dear Sista, 'I See You', you are invited to experience the collection and the inspiration of their healing art exhibition. Together, Veronica and Hiawatha deliver a powerful message of affirmation and love, guiding readers toward healing, empowerment, and purpose. Their collaboration reflects their shared vision to illuminate pathways for healing, education, ancestry, and liberation.