Mercedes Molloy is an IGNITE Leader on Fire
Content warning: Sexual assault
Maya Siegel is an IGNITE Leader on Fire
Content warning: Sexual assault Maya Siegel (she/her/hers) is a 20-year-old entrepreneur, strategist, and activist. IGNITE has selected Maya as a Leader on Fire for Sexual Assault Awareness Month 2021 for her leadership of Space to Speak.
Kenyora Parham is an IGNITE Leader on Fire
Content warning: Sexual assault Kenyora Parham, MSW is the Executive Director of End Rape on Campus. IGNITE has selected Kenyora as a Leader on Fire for Sexual Assault Awareness Month 2021 for her leadership of End Rape on Campus (EROC).
National Resources for Sexual Assault Survivors and their Loved Ones
Content warning: Sexual assault If you are in immediate need of support, call the National Sexual Assault Helpline. They accept phone calls 24 hours a day at 1-800-656-4673.
Letitia “Tish” James: A Fighter Against Corruption
Letitia “Tish” James, the first woman elected as New York’s Attorney General and the first woman of color to serve a statewide NY office, is a passionate public servant presently paving the way for future generations of women leaders.
Deja Foxx: Never too young for activism
At twenty years old, Deja Foxx is not afraid to advocate for reproductive health, educational reform, and protecting Title X. She’s making herstory today as a young woman trailblazer who is not afraid to use her voice and fight for her rights.
Black women put themselves on the line for everyone's rights. Again.
Georgia, on my mind and in the headlines. Again. Georgia Representative Park Cannon, a Black woman, was arrested on Thursday, March 25, after knocking on the governor's office door during a press conference. Behind closed doors, Kemp was preparing to sign Senate Bill 202 to overhaul elections in the state. Cannon wanted to watch Gov. Brian Kemp sign the bill, a silent protest against the many voter suppression tactics in the bill.
Mazie Hirono, the first female senator of Hawaii
Senator Mazie Hirono was born in Fukushima, Japan. Because she had an unstable father, her mother risked everything to escape to the US for a new life for her children. Once in Hawaii, their lives were challenging as she struggled to learn English and her mother worked two jobs to pay the bills. Despite the barriers, her love of learning flourished with trips to the library and a newly found passion for public service.
Announcing the Norma Stone Young Women Run Texas Conference
Family Tribute to Norma Stone
From her 3 children and their spouses:
Mike & Betsy Stone, Lisa Stone & Scott Cantor, and Angela Stone & Michael Stehling
Norma Stone is a remarkable person. From her childhood, she learned not to shy away from challenges or let gender stereotypes and biases stand in her way. Throughout her life, she has been a dedicated, stubborn, and persistent advocate for the causes and people she believes in. By her actions, she inspires others to do good and be better.
How to advocate for the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act
The number of women who are the breadwinner in their households is increasing tremendously in the United States. At present, women represent over 60% of the workforce in the country. When women become pregnant at some point during their employment, they should have access to a supportive work environment where they do not have to risk between their health and job.