Equality Can't Wait on Family Leave Sara Guillermo op ed on family leave

Equality Can't Wait on Family Leave

Family leave and getting more women into elected office are chicken and egg. We can't have one without the other and yet of course the people voting on these policies are majority men. It's a bipartisan issue. We won't reach gender parity in political leadership unless women win for both sides. That means we need to change the narrative. Ask yourself: What does it mean to be political and powerful? Does your definition include being a young woman? It should.

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As 2021 closes, I want to share just a few reflections that influence how IGNITE will continue to champion change in the year to come. IGNITE national sara guillermo

Reflections and a look to the future

So much has happened this year that it’s hard to wrap it up in a nice bow. I stepped into the CEO role, got married, and my husband and I have been fostering two brothers. My personal life has gone through immense change, just like IGNITE. Our budget has grown by 60%, and we now have a staff of 40 full and part-time employees located across the country.

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22 quotes for 2022

22 quotes for 2022

Sometimes, we all need a reminder of just how powerful we are. Check out these 22 quotes from a few of our favorite characters and celebrities to help you own 2022. 

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The Real Revolution on School Boards Is Young Women Winning Seats

In case you missed it, school boards seem to be where we’re fighting the culture wars in America. The media suggests every board has devolved into division and acrimony. From critical race theory to masking policies and sex education, nobody can agree. That's the story you've been hearing. 

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IGNITE’s holiday gift guide

IGNITE’s holiday gift guide

This holiday season, give the gift of political power! Check out some of the many IGNITE gifts you can give others (or give to yourself) so that they can rock their political power in style. A portion of every sale goes to IGNITE programs.

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self-care tips from ignite for post-finals

Post-finals self-care tips from IGNITE

You did it! Finals week is over, your exams are completed and now it’s time to take a well-deserved break. We’re here to help you do some self-care as you unwind from classes after a jam-packed semester.. Keep reading to see how you can destress now that your semester is over.

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