As a educator and J Dilla Music Tech Grant recipient in partnership of Save the Music Foundation, Dope Candi is creating profound impact by empowering students to find their voices through the innovative blend of hip-hop education and music technology. Students have access to cutting-edge tools and techniques that enable them to explore their creativity, develop technical skills, and express themselves authentically. Her approach not only honors the legacy of the late J Dilla but also inspires young minds to embrace music as a means of storytelling, self-discovery, and community building. Through workshops, mentoring, and hands-on experiences, Dope Candi is cultivating a new generation of artists and innovators, fostering confidence, and helping them turn their passions into powerful, transformative voices.