Hispanic Heritage Month: 3 Texas Latinas Who Made History
In 1968 the United States began officially celebrating its citizens of Hispanic backgrounds with Hispanic Heritage Week. Twenty years later, it was expanded into a…
5 Lessons You Can Learn About Career Growth From Your Houseplants
More than six months into the strangest year most of us have ever seen, we’ve all had some extra time on our hands. Time to…
Quarantine Baking: Why Picking Up That Whisk May Be Good for Your Mental Health
Many people have taken to baking and cooking more at home at a staggering rate due to COVID-19. Over 273,000 posts on Instagram use the…
How Vulnerability Can Help You Change the World
Today, our nation is in a state of chaos and pain. A quick glimpse of the news, a text from a friend, and we see…
I Learned the Most About Leadership By Not Leading
“The real man smiles in trouble, gathers strength from distress, and grows brave by reflection.” – Thomas Paine Self- Evaluation Self-Discovery Self-Reflection *yawns* Are you…
Cheers to 2017!
In the final days of 2017, the Young Women’s Alliance has countless memories and accomplishments to reflect upon. Starting June 1, I took over as…
Disturbing Revelations…
This whole sexual harassment movement really has me shaken. Watching Harvey Weinstein, one of Hollywood’s most powerful people, crash and burn has been daunting. Between…
How to Prepare for Speaking on a Panel
5 ways to prepare to sit on a panel, by Virginia Rudnick When I was invited to be a panelist at Mashable’s Social Media Day,…
Modern Dating: An Inside Look At The Dating App Experience
*The following post was written by YWA member, Lauren Kaufman* There’s no denying it – dating apps have revolutionized the dating world. Now there are…
Galentine’s Day: Treat Yo Self
*The following post was written by YWA member, Lauren Kaufman* It’s that time of year again when you’re scrolling through your Instagram and all you…