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She’s the First Woman to Win This Grueling Ultramarathon — Even Beating the Guys
Rachel Entrekin eliminated the competition in her historic win in one of the world’s most punishing races, the Cocodona 250 through Arizona.
Inspiring Quotes From 10 Iconic Black Women
This Black History Month, get motivated by these powerful words from Black women leaders and trailblazers.
She Reimagined Dolls For Her Daughter — and Defied Stereotypes About Indigenous Women
In her “First American Doll” series, Indigenous photographer Cara Romero showcases the diversity of tribes and their unique regalia and cultural histories.
This Pan-African Nonprofit Helps Girls Finish School — By the Millions
For decades, CAMFED has ensured that impoverished girls get to learn. The organization’s staying power comes in large part from the students it guided into womanhood.
The Taliban Shut Them Down. Now, They’ve Reunited as ‘Afghan Women United’
This women’s soccer team is playing again for the first time since fleeing Afghanistan in 2021. “Never give up,” says captain Fatima Haidari.
9 Thought-Provoking Quotes from Influential Breast Cancer Survivors
Breast Cancer Awareness Month has begun. We’re sharing influential survivors’ wise words to mark it.
Stop Making Music? ‘What? No.’ Taylor Swift Dispels Rumors She’ll Quit After Marriage
The newly engaged superstar addressed the “shockingly offensive” rumors during an interview with BBC Radio 2.
A New, Woman-Made Speculum Is In The Works
The innovative design could someday replace the current one used in most OB-GYN exams, which looks more like a medieval torture device than a tool. It’s about time.
Norah O’Donnell’s New Book Celebrates Unsung Women Heroes
The journalist said she wrote the book in part because “I love history, but in school I did not learn a lot about women in history.”
5 Black Women Entrepreneurs on the Importance of Juneteenth
The holiday marks the end of state-sanctioned slavery in the U.S. But as these women note, Juneteenth is also a celebration of resilience and determination.
Amanda Gorman’s New Children’s Book Celebrates the Power of Girlhood
In “Girls on the Rise,” the poet prodigy empowers young girls to use their voices to inspire positive change.
Feeling Unheard by Doctors, Many Black Women Are Opting for Home Births
We spoke to Black women who say home births provided feelings of solace and safety after traumatic hospital experiences.
A Prominent Climate Scientist’s Post-Election Advice: Fight Fear, Embrace Hope
Katharine Hayhoe of Texas Tech encourages collective action in the climate fight — and draws from her faith to emphasize our “spirit of power” in these times.
Her Jewelry Company Hires and Trains Neurodivergent Artisans
Stephanie Choo’s jewelry line, Eden + Elie, provides individuals on the Autism spectrum with employment opportunities and craft skills.
Bronze Medalist Ilona Maher, and the Power of Unabashed Bigness
The U.S. women’s rugby star took body-shamers to task via TikTok – and encouraged women of all sizes, but especially plus-size ones, to reclaim their power, Candice Helfand-Rogers writes.
More Single Black Women Are Buying Homes. Here’s Why
A 2024 report by the National Association of Realtors found that 29% of Black homebuyers are single Black women.
She Uses Plant Waste to Make Sustainable Fabrics
Cynthia Asije’s company, Adire Lounge, creates textiles out of surprising bits of agricultural waste.
Defiant Afghan Women Aim to Send Message of Hope at 2023 Asian Games
The athletes – all of them displaced from Afghanistan – are competing despite the Taliban’s nationwide ban on women’s sports.
Let’s Focus on the Women Who Won Big at the Oscars, Not Will Smith and Chris Rock
The Oscars made news for all the wrong reasons, but these women shone in spite of the now-infamous slap.
She’s Sharing The Stories Of Female Trailblazers With Young Girls
Kirsten Field is the founder of Kids Crafts.
Meet the Actress-Activist Distributing Safety Alarms to Asian Americans
Fueled by her own experiences, 26-year old Carolyn Kang started a safety alarm initiative after hate crimes spiked in New York City.
Amy Schumer on Endometriosis: ‘We Have a Right to Live Pain-Free’
The comedian and actress revealed in a candid Instagram post that she had her uterus and appendix removed because of endometriosis.
Starting a Business in Your 40s? 3 Lessons From Women Who Have Done It
These women entrepreneurs are optimistic about the opportunity to do what they love – in some cases, better than they did before.
She Helps People Find Their ‘Deep Genius’ – And Teaches Them How to Harness It
Nancy Marmolejo is the founder of Talent and Genius, a coaching company helping individuals create a strong personal brand.
She’s a Surfer, She’s a Software Engineer – Together They Started a Vegan Skincare Line
Tia and Aja Blanco are sisters who joined forces to create a cruelty-free vegan skincare line, Dear Self Skincare.
How Can We Make a Difference? By Running for Office, These Women Say
We’re spotlighting several down-ballot races in this year’s election, and the driven female candidates hoping to win them.
Issa Rae’s Latest Project: Co-Owning an All-Natural Black Beauty Brand
The show creator recently teamed up with Sienna Naturals, which makes eco-conscious Black hair care products.
She Always Knew She Wanted to Start a Business – Now She’s Helping Entrepreneurs Do Just That
Michelle Burkhead created Dynamic Foundation Institute to help entrepreneurs grow their ideas into full fledged businesses.
What Michelle Obama Urged Graduates to Do, Especially If They Feel ‘Invisible’
The former FLOTUS gave a virtual commencement address, urging 2020 graduates to speak up – and act – through the pandemic and racial uprising.
Diane von Furstenberg Launches New #InCharge Platform for Women’s History Month
Style icon DVF has a new collaboration with Amazon to showcase woman-owned small businesses and women authors.
5 Black Women Entrepreneurs Share What Inspired Them to Start and Scale
These motivational words from five successful black women business owners made us seriously contemplate the “why” behind starting and scaling a business.
She is Continuing Her Personal and Professional Journey by Enabling Others to Continue Theirs
Menaca Pothalingham is a survivor of the Sri Lankan Civil War who works coaching others in resiliency.
She’s Overcome Tough Situations and Now She’s Helping Other Women Do The Same
Gwedolen Wilder works as a business strategist to counsel and inspire women to be their own role models.
Inspired, or a Misfire? ‘Ms. Monopoly’ Sparks a Debate
With its latest reboot of the famous board game, Hasbro envisions a world where women make more than men. Does it go too far – or not far enough?
3 Lessons in Reclaiming Your Power from Monica Lewinsky
Post-political scandal, Monica Lewinsky has established herself as an activist, public speaker – and now, an “American Crime Story” television producer.
What This Powerful Woman Has Done for Thailand Women’s Soccer Is Incredible
Without Nualphan Lamsam’s help, Thailand’s women’s national team may never have made it to the World Cup.
A Successful Entrepreneur Shares What It’s Really Like to Be an Immigrant
Claudia Mirza came to the U.S. to reunite with her father. While she’s found success, she says immigration is painful.
3 Tips for How to Be the Arya Stark of Your Company
Women entrepreneurs could learn several valuable lessons from this fan-favorite “Game of Thrones” character and her journey.
She Sensed Her Clients Needed More Than PR, So She Launched The Resource Platform They Needed
Kristin Marquet Launched FemFounder.co to provide her PR clients with more than just publicity.
She’s On a Mission to Help Female Entrepreneurs Tell Their Story
Jo Swann started Chocolate PR to amplify the stories and achievements of women business owners
She Escaped an Abusive Relationship and Built a Thriving Business
Jennifer Glodnick started Diva Slimming and Aesthetics Centre after finding her independence
VoteRunLead Wants Women in Power, Regardless of Party
Can Erin Vilardi, founder of nonpartisan nonprofit VoteRunLead, manage huge post-Trump demand for candidate training from progressive women, and bring Republican women along?
5 Crowdfunders to Watch – Stretch Goals
What happens when a crowdfunding campaign succeeds before it concludes? These five female fundraisers are showing their contemporaries how to take advantage of an enviable situation.
Emily’s List Aims to Seize Its Moment
The 2016 electoral loss to Donald Trump was heartbreaking, but angry Democratic women are planning to run for office in numbers not seen before. Here’s how Emily’s List President Stephanie Schriock plans to turn a female candidate surge into an 2018 electoral wave.
A Rare Woman in the Business of Making You Laugh
Amanda Austin’s Dallas Comedy House is a comedy theater focused on improv, sketch, stand-up and storytelling.
Announcing: The Passionate & Purposeful List
The outstanding entrepreneurial women featured on our 2017 list show how passion and purpose can ignite successful, impactful ventures — and how life circumstances inform what lights the fire inside of us.
Using Talk and Technology to End Harassment
Hollaback!, a women-run nonprofit, empowers people who have been subjected to harassment, whether in the street or on the internet, by letting them steer the conversation and drive change.
5 Crowdfunders to Watch – Books, Decor and More
Our latest crowdfunding column showcases a melange of creative women-led projects.
Friday Four
Inspired reading, listening and viewing for discerning women entrepreneurs, curated from around the web.