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The Boxer Who Founded New York’s First Women-Only Gym
Reese Scott on choosing faith over fear, regaining control of her own narrative, and staying in the moment.
The Visual Artist Bringing a Second-Generation Latinx Experience to Life
Lucia Hierro on learning to speak up, making work for herself, and why perfection is so overrated.
The Queer Rapper Redefining Baltimore’s Hip-Hop Scene
20-year-old Lor Choc on her songwriting process, her relationship with her mother, and being a queer woman in rap.
Olympic Speedskater Maame Biney Understands the Power of Failure
The 18-year-old on falling down, getting up, and knowing how to keep things in perspective.
The Cheerleader Who Took a Knee and Made Space For a New Wave of Activists
Alyssa Parker on staying vocal, standing her ground, and finding—as well as becoming—a role model.
The Photographer Exploring Identity Through Intimate Portraits
Laurence Philomene discusses the complicated aesthetics of Catholic imagery and fighting for representation of non-binary and trans bodies in the media.
The Hilarious Comic Using Dark Humor for Good
Comedian and writer Patti Harrison talks about the importance of trans representation in Hollywood, mental health, and educating those with opposing views.
Meet the First Trans Woman to Travel Across the US on Skateboard
2018 Miami Ultra Skate Champion Calleigh Little on the lack of women in skateboarding, struggling with her gender identity, and opening up in her new book.
This 14-Year-Old Boxer Is Fighting Her Way to the Olympics
Amateur boxer Mariah Bahe on her Olympic aspirations, sparring with her brothers, and managing expectations from the community she represents.
The Woman Who Lived as a Boy in Order to Play the Sport She Loves
Pakistan’s top female squash player Maria Toorpakai on rising through the sport’s ranks wearing shorts, despite facing death threats from the Taliban.
The Connector Who Created a New Platform for Women
Entrepreneur Yelda Ali talks about the importance of listening rituals, building strength in numbers, and helping other women succeed.
Powerlifter Shannon Kim Wagner Aims to Help Everyone Embrace Their Power
The founder of the powerlifting club Women’s Strength Coalition discusses its mission: activism, advocacy, acceptance, and barbells.