Shaneisha Dodson offers dolls, stories and puzzles that feature Black and brown girls through her online shop, Brilliant Girl.
Posts by Victoria Flexner
She Turns Discarded Sports Gear into Retro-Style Bags
Kate Harvey takes old ski and snowboarding attire and upcycles it all into fanny packs, zipper pouches and more.
Her Career Challenged Stereotypes — and So Did Her Most Famous Photo
Frances B. Johnston served as the White House’s first official photographer but captured far more when it came to American identity.
She’s Making Life Sweeter for Her Community
Olivia Carpenter’s cookie company, Via’s Cookies, offers treats for every diet, and donates a portion of its profits to marginalized students in need.
She Turned a Crime Committed Against Her into Art
Artemisia Gentileschi was not only a supremely talented Renaissance artist, but a feminist painter ahead of her time.
The Victorian Photographer Who Changed Portrait Photography Forever
At age 48, Julia Margaret Cameron picked up a camera for the first time and – long before artsy Instagram filters – popularized the soft-focus close-up.
This Renaissance Painter Dared to Paint Herself
Catharina van Hemessen is believed to be the first artist – male or female – to ever paint a portrait of themselves at the easel.
She Created A Mentorship Program for Teen Girls
Cassie McDuffey provides educational activities and guidance for young women in the Jackson, Mississippi, area.
Her Business Helps Youngsters Learn French Avec Leurs Parents
Amy Maan is the founder of 123 Petit Pas, which offers engaging virtual French-language classes for children and parents to take together.
Her Mobile Coffee Cart Creates Gathering Spaces Wherever it Goes
Iasia Montana-Maye’s business on wheels, Espressate, brings specialty coffee to events around Durham, North Carolina.
A Champion for Women of Color in the World of Comics
Have no fear – Shequeta Smith is here! The founder of Shero Comics aims to bring better representation to comic books, games and more.
Her Edible Decorations are Perfect for Junior Chefs
Kristina Schlegel creates kid-friendly edible stickers and decorating kits through her company, Make Bake.
Her Kitchen Gadget Makes Cooking Safer
Ever found yourself struggling to drift off because you’re worried you left the stove on? Akshita Iyer’s smart knob, Ome, is designed to help you sleep soundly once more.
She Inspires Children to Stay Positive in Tough Times
Cat Kozuch spreading empowering messages to kids with her Believe a Buddy teddy bears.
A Clean, Inclusive Beauty Brand Inspired by Her Daughter
Lakeisha Turner, founder of Keisha Elise Cosmetics, wanted to sell vegan beauty products while also promoting diversity and giving back to her community.