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Month: June 2020

‘These Extraordinary Times Call For Extraordinary Giving’: 12 Leaders In Women’s Philanthropy Speak Out

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Interview With Kimberlé Crenshaw: Rising Against Racism, Supporting Black Female Leadership, And Building An Equitable World

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Insights From Jane Fonda: Now Is The Time To ‘Lay The Groundwork For An Equitable, Renewable Future’

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Activist and Moms First CEO Reshma Saujani shared so many powerful insights with me on the latest episode of my ShiftMakers podcast. We talk about her new documentary ‘No Country for Mothers,’ the structural and cultural obstacles standing in the way of fixing a broken system, and how we can move beyond the divides that keep us from creating real change. As Reshma told me, once we come together, “we’re unstoppable on every issue.”

We also talk about how to push back against algorithm-driven rage bait and culture wars, what bravery looks like in this moment, why women’s voices and leadership matter more than ever, the critical role women must play in shaping the future of AI and technology, and much more.

Watch the full video episode on Spotify or YouTube (link in bio), or listen wherever you get your podcasts.

Visit MomsFirst.us to learn about ‘No Country For Mothers’ 🎬

@reshmasaujani @momsfirstus @nocountryformothers #ShiftMakerspodcast #nocountryformothers 

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Activist and Moms First CEO Reshma Saujani shared so many powerful insights with me on the latest episode of my ShiftMakers podcast. We talk about her new documentary ‘No Country for Mothers,’ the structural and cultural obstacles standing in the way of fixing a broken system, and how we can move beyond the divides that keep us from creating real change. As Reshma told me, once we come together, “we’re unstoppable on every issue.”

We also talk about how to push back against algorithm-driven rage bait and culture wars, what bravery looks like in this moment, why women’s voices and leadership matter more than ever, the critical role women must play in shaping the future of AI and technology, and much more.

Watch the full video episode on Spotify or YouTube (link in bio), or listen wherever you get your podcasts.

Visit MomsFirst.us to learn about ‘No Country For Mothers’ 🎬

@reshmasaujani @momsfirstus @nocountryformothers #ShiftMakerspodcast #nocountryformothers 

Wonderful Jersey Shore vacation complete with family time, a red full moon, and ending on a rainbow halo.

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Wonderful Jersey Shore vacation complete with family time, a red full moon, and ending on a rainbow halo.

As today marks 4 years since Roe v. Wade was overturned, my @ForbesWomen piece highlights insights from leaders in business, philanthropy and advocacy who are building cross-movement power to safeguard and expand access to reproductive care and freedom. They share their perspectives on how the rollback of abortion rights has impacted women, workplaces, the economy and democracy – and where they see opportunities for progress moving forward.

Featuring:

*Kavita Nandini Ramdas, philanthropic advisor to the International Planned Parenthood Federation @ippf_global.

* Jen Stark, Director of Human Rights and Inclusive Business at BSR and co-founding member of Don’t Ban Equality (DBE)

* Ann Warner, Executive Director of the Collaborative for Gender + Reproductive Equity (CGRE)

Link in bio 🔗

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As today marks 4 years since Roe v. Wade was overturned, my @ForbesWomen piece highlights insights from leaders in business, philanthropy and advocacy who are building cross-movement power to safeguard and expand access to reproductive care and freedom. They share their perspectives on how the rollback of abortion rights has impacted women, workplaces, the economy and democracy – and where they see opportunities for progress moving forward. 

Featuring: 

*Kavita Nandini Ramdas, philanthropic advisor to the International Planned Parenthood Federation @ippf_global.

* Jen Stark, Director of Human Rights and Inclusive Business at BSR and co-founding member of Don’t Ban Equality (DBE)

* Ann Warner, Executive Director of the Collaborative for Gender + Reproductive Equity (CGRE)

Link in bio 🔗

In my latest @ForbesWomen piece I interview Reshma Saujani about her powerful new documentary, No Country for Mothers, as well as the structural challenges and cultural divisions facing American mothers today, the motherhood penalty, leadership, and what it will take to build a society that truly supports families.

You can read the interview at link in bio. And visit MomsFirst.us for more information about the film and to find a screening near you.

@reshmasaujani @momsfirstus @girlswhocode
#NoCountryForMothers #ReshmaSaujani #MomsFirst #Motherhood #Caregiving

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In my latest @ForbesWomen piece I interview Reshma Saujani about her powerful new documentary, No Country for Mothers, as well as the structural challenges and cultural divisions facing American mothers today, the motherhood penalty, leadership, and what it will take to build a society that truly supports families.

You can read the interview at link in bio. And visit MomsFirst.us for more information about the film and to find a screening near you. 

@reshmasaujani @momsfirstus @girlswhocode
#NoCountryForMothers #ReshmaSaujani #MomsFirst #Motherhood #Caregiving

Read more from my in-depth interview with the incredibly insightful Kimberlé Crenshaw in my latest @ms_magazine piece. She discusses her new book *Backtalker: An American Memoir* (which just became a New York Times bestseller!) and shares her thoughts on the high stakes of our current political juncture, why we need “a robust intersectional framework” to address this moment, the importance of embracing our humanity, and much more. 

She told me, “The other side doesn’t want us to feel empathy. They are going after the very thing that makes it possible for us to come together and claim injustice as wrong. We’re led to feel weak when we’re sad or when we experience the pain of others, and to look away from it…. We can’t turn away; we have to say, ‘That’s my humanity calling me in.’ I want to see more willingness to embrace humanity.” 

Link in bio 🔗

@kimberlecrenshaw

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Read more from my in-depth interview with the incredibly insightful Kimberlé Crenshaw in my latest @ms_magazine piece. She discusses her new book *Backtalker: An American Memoir* (which just became a New York Times bestseller!) and shares her thoughts on the high stakes of our current political juncture, why we need “a robust intersectional framework” to address this moment, the importance of embracing our humanity, and much more. 

She told me, “The other side doesn’t want us to feel empathy. They are going after the very thing that makes it possible for us to come together and claim injustice as wrong. We’re led to feel weak when we’re sad or when we experience the pain of others, and to look away from it…. We can’t turn away; we have to say, ‘That’s my humanity calling me in.’ I want to see more willingness to embrace humanity.” 

Link in bio 🔗

@kimberlecrenshaw

My latest @ForbesWomen piece features an excerpt from my recent interview with Kimberlé Crenshaw, whose compelling, deeply personal new book *Backtalker: An American Memoir* came out today.

I’m always so honored to speak with Kimberlé and help uplift her wisdom and insights, particularly in this moment when so much is at stake.

As she told me, “I think it’s most important for people to understand right now that the final chapter hasn`t been written - and it won`t get written without us. So this is not something that just passes by. It is something that requires active engagement.”

Link in bio. Stay tuned for more from this powerful conversation coming soon.

@kimberlecrenshaw

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My latest @ForbesWomen piece features an excerpt from my recent interview with Kimberlé Crenshaw, whose compelling, deeply personal new book *Backtalker: An American Memoir* came out today.

I’m always so honored to speak with Kimberlé and help uplift her wisdom and insights, particularly in this moment when so much is at stake.

As she told me, “I think it’s most important for people to understand right now that the final chapter hasn't been written - and it won't get written without us. So this is not something that just passes by. It is something that requires active engagement.”

Link in bio. Stay tuned for more from this powerful conversation coming soon.

@kimberlecrenshaw

Happy birthday Lotus 🌸 Your journey, your creativity, and the unique way you see the world continue to inspire me. Watching you bring your visions to life, from your debut during New York Fashion Week to your music, your children`s books, and all the new creations you’re working on, has been magical I feel so blessed every day to be your mother. ❤️

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Happy birthday Lotus 🌸 Your journey, your creativity, and the unique way you see the world continue to inspire me. Watching you bring your visions to life, from your debut during New York Fashion Week to your music, your children's books, and all the new creations you’re working on, has been magical  I feel so blessed every day to be your mother. ❤️

Such an energizing night at the @MsFoundation Awards, centered on the theme “Celebrating Community: Go. Be. Do.,” which honored the transformative leadership and legacy of Teresa Younger, along with inspiring Women of Vision, and announced Tracy Sturdivant as their new president and CEO. 

It was wonderful to connect with so many treasured members of my community and incredible leaders, including Jamia Wilson, Glynda Carr, Ted Bunch, Kavita Ramdas, Gloria Feldt, Deja Foxx, and Tracy Gray — as well as well-deserved honorees Fatima Goss Graves, Patti Russo, Tarana Burke, and so many more. And it’s always great to share these moments with my daughter Jazmin.

My organization Feminist.com has a special history with the Ms. Foundation: we helped create their first web presence in the early days of the internet, and I’ve covered their visionary work as a journalist, in addition to being a grantee.

The night was a powerful reminder of the strength of our collective. Being in the company of so many fired up, committed leaders gave me real hope. So grateful to be part of this community. 💜 🙌

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Such an energizing night at the @MsFoundation Awards, centered on the theme “Celebrating Community: Go. Be. Do.,” which honored the transformative leadership and legacy of Teresa Younger, along with inspiring Women of Vision, and announced Tracy Sturdivant as their new president and CEO. 

It was wonderful to connect with so many treasured members of my community and incredible leaders, including Jamia Wilson, Glynda Carr, Ted Bunch, Kavita Ramdas, Gloria Feldt, Deja Foxx, and Tracy Gray — as well as well-deserved honorees Fatima Goss Graves, Patti Russo, Tarana Burke, and so many more. And it’s always great to share these moments with my daughter Jazmin.

My organization Feminist.com has a special history with the Ms. Foundation: we helped create their first web presence in the early days of the internet, and I’ve covered their visionary work as a journalist, in addition to being a grantee.

The night was a powerful reminder of the strength of our collective. Being in the company of so many fired up, committed leaders gave me real hope. So grateful to be part of this community. 💜 🙌

Had an amazing time seeing Lady Gaga last night at Madison Square Garden with my daughters, the final night of her Mayhem Ball tour. It was just what my spirit needed ❤️

@ladygaga #mayhemball #ladygaga

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Had an amazing time seeing Lady Gaga last night at Madison Square Garden with my daughters, the final night of her Mayhem Ball tour. It was just what my spirit needed ❤️

@ladygaga #mayhemball #ladygaga
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