The Revolutionary Power of Knitting
Not long ago, Michelle Obama posted a black-and-white photo of herself on Instagram, cozy in an armchair, a nearby side table displaying an adorable baby pic of Malia and Sasha. She is barefoot, dressed in…
Not long ago, Michelle Obama posted a black-and-white photo of herself on Instagram, cozy in an armchair, a nearby side table displaying an adorable baby pic of Malia and Sasha. She is barefoot, dressed in…
When I wrote “First and Only: A Black Woman’s Guide to Thriving at Work and in Life,” I wanted to document the plight of Black women who were breaking barriers in their personal or professional lives. I wanted to note that…
LA Glassford Older women in leadership roles can help fill the talent shortage, provide mentorship and sponsorship, serve as role models for other women within organizations interested in improving gender diversity and retention in…
I was initially saddened to hear about the resignation of Jacinda Ardern, New Zealand’s Prime Minister. Learning more about her reasons for moving on, however, my feelings changed to happiness. I applaud her decision to relinquish power when…
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Forty-three women elected to the State House of Representatives in Missouri now have to wear a jacket to work. The new dress code for female lawmakers is prompting pushback to…
Fill the Pipeline
A few months ago, a dear friend of mine in New Zealand phoned to give me some exciting news: her country had just made history as female lawmakers in Parliament became the majority for the first time. …
We often call the system of programs at Homeless No More “steps.” So it seemed especially fitting to share Mary’s story of the steps she’s taken on her journey out of homelessness. “Everything is about steps.” Mary said as she…
Years ago, when I was a newspaper reporter working full-time and raising two young children as a single mother, I went to see my doctor. I was tired and achy, and couldn’t seem to shake my flu-like symptoms.
Throughout the country, it’s clear that election policy has become a contentious and divisive issue. But here in South Carolina, we know that we can accomplish anything if we work together. Earlier this year, my Republican and Democratic colleagues in…
This op-ed argues that Gen Zers and millennials are bringing a new style of leadership to the halls of power. There are roughly 270 young candidates — all under 45 —…