Omekongo Dibinga has been chosen by CNN to attend the Democratic National Convention this week in Charlotte, NC. Out of hundreds of submissions for the "Your Political Ticket" contest, only three people were chosen by CNN to attend the DNC. Omekongo will be flown down to provide his own perspective on the convention through on-air reporting, interviews, commentaries and photos.

Says Omekongo: "I am honored to be chosen by CNN to attend the DNC. I have worked with CNN as an iReporter since 2009. To be chosen out of hundreds of entrants to be a part of this historical event means a great deal to me and my family. It is going to be an exciting time indeed! Please follow me on CNN to get the latest updates on this experience."

Omekongo is the UPstander. He is an award-winning artist who uses his skills as a speaker, poet, and musician to inspire positive change across the globe. His work has been televised in over 150 countries. He was selected by CNN as one of 5 people out of 750,000 to receive the first ever "iReport Spirit Award" for his video commentary. For more information, please visit www.upstanderinternational.com.