After experiencing the American Dream firsthand, Janet Murguía, is opening the door for millions of American families. And that is why she is one of […]
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Linda Zhang revolutionized how people drive | Women of the Year
The chief engineer designing the future of the F-150 is as TOUGH as the all-electric Ford she created. That's why Linda Zhang is one of […]
Continue readingDoctor devotes her life to fighting for Black moms | Womankind
"The movement is built on radical Black joy." Dr. Joia Crear-Perry has devoted her life's work to advocating for Black moms. RELATED » 91-year-old-activist continues […]
Continue readingAunties form ultimate sewing squad to save lives | Womankind
Armed with sewing machines and fabric from around their own homes, these aunties banded together to deliver homemade PPE to those in need. 🧵 RELATED […]
Continue readingWhy women vote: It’s an honor, a privilege, a gift and obligation | Women of the Century
Some of USA TODAY'S Women of the Century explain why their votes matter. RELATED: Check out more of our Women of the Century profiles here […]
Continue readingA mid-career pivot helped Jessie Little Doe Baird reclaim a language | Women of the Century
Jessie Little Doe Baird, a Genius grant recipient who revitalized her tribe's language after no one had spoken it for 150 years, shares a story […]
Continue readingHow a day at the office for Dr. Mona Hanna-Attisha changed the city of Flint | Women of the Century
Dr. Mona Hanna Attisha is the physician who noticed lead in the blood of her young patients in Flint, Michigan. She tells her personal story […]
Continue readingOregon’s first Black woman legislator Margaret Carter on leadership | Women of the Century
Margaret Carter, the first Black woman elected to Oregon’s legislature, shares her story of purpose and perseverance. RELATED: Check out more of our Women of […]
Continue readingImmigration activist Cristina Jiménez on how she achieved her family’s dream | Women of the Century
Cristina Jiménez, a Genius grant recipient and founder of United We Dream, the nation's largest youth immigrant organization, talks about significant moments in her life […]
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