Maggie O’Neill has contributed to the vibrant arts scene of Washington D.C. for more than two decades. Her name and work are synonymous with artistic innovation, entrepreneurship, and activism, and she strongly believes that art can support and drive societal change. Her newest project, which focuses on storytelling through art, is Vote For Your Daughter, […]
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Jasmine Minhas uses her principles of selfless service (seva) learned in Sikhism and her unwavering commitment to equity and justice to demonstrate how a single person can be a force for change. The power that heritage and identity have in shaping one’s path is evident in Jasmine’s story. But it is her lived experience, coupled
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As president of the National Organization for Women (NOW), Christian F. Nunes is shaping the future of feminism in the United States. Her unique position as the second African American president in the organization’s history, combined with her being the youngest person of color and youngest president in more than 40 years, signals a significant
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Brianna Baker is on a mission to wake society up to the challenges faced by Black girls and ignite a movement to address them. As the founder of Justice For Black Girls, she is recognized as the national voice on the urgency of Black girls’ safety within and beyond the classroom. Brianna’s journey to becoming
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As the 2024 election season heats up, the call for fair and balanced representation becomes louder every day. That’s why it’s exciting to hear a woman’s voice rising in America’s heartland. A voice that advocates for equality and support of working-class Americans. Her voice is not new. Crystal Quade currently serves as Minority Leader in
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Bringing people together to work toward the common goal of achieving gender equality is the foundation of Elisa Parker’s role as manager for the ERA Coalition and the Fund for Women’s Equality. The pursuit of making the Equal Rights Amendment the law of the land requires taking a multi-faceted approach to the intricate aspects of
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Zakiya Thomas, CEO and president of the ERA Coalition and the Fund for Women’s Equality, transcends the administration required for these two powerful organizations. Her inspiration and fierce dedication to current and future efforts is driving real and meaningful change. With sex equality as a cornerstone of her focus, Zakiya leads 300+ organizations and more
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Kathy Caprino has seen the power that can be unleashed when women discover and unlock their potential. As an international career and leadership coach, writer, speaker, and educator, she is dedicated to helping women build rewarding and impactful careers. Her mission is to create what she calls “finding brave moments” that empower women to close
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Kirthi Jayakumar and Keturah Shammah are women driven by similar missions. While they grew up worlds apart, they were brought together through the power of World Pulse, an independent, women-led social network for social change. By harnessing the power of technology to accelerate women’s leadership, the organization not only connecting women, it is speeding up
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Impactful storytelling is the new brass ring that everyone in the for-profit and social profit sectors is trying to grab to help their audiences better connect with their messages. Julie Hermelin has honed her craft for decades, and has been leading that drive for some time. As the co-founder and managing partner of Gutsy Media,
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