As the founder of Black Girl Magic Educational Services, an organization serving girls in fourth through eight grades who identify as Black, African American and multiracial, Rosa Thompson’s influence in Madison is profound.
Everything Diane Hanson does is guided by her Christian faith. “I was born a peacemaker. I always knew that about myself,” says the former chaplain.
While millions of people who are mothers don’t found an organization based off of diaper need, that’s exactly what Megan Sollenberger did — starting The Village Diaper Bank in 2018, a nonprofit that provides free diapers and wipes to families in need.
Ann Catlett started Solace Friends in 2018 to provide end-of-life care for people who are housing insecure, impoverished or don’t have a place or people to turn to at the end of life.
We checked in with some of our 2020 Women to Watch to see what they’ve been up to.
They’re champions of diversity, problem-solvers, changemakers, forward-thinkers and inspiring innovators.
It wasn’t until Dominique Christian had an all-consuming mental breakdown in 2015 that she sought help, even though she was aware there were resources that could help her.
Mel Charbonneau often reflects fondly on her journey toward founding Fellow Flowers in 2012, a community of women runners united by a collection of colorful flowers worn while running.
Luz del Carmen Arroyo Calderon grew up in a small town in Mexico and was 12 when she moved to Milwaukee with her mom. That first year was hard, she says, in part because she didn’t speak any English.
As president and CEO of the Latino Chamber of Commerce in Dane County, Jessica Cavazos preaches and practices economic inclusivity.