We’ve been working on our publication and platform for almost a decade because we deeply believe that the world will be a far more empathetic and collaborative place if we all had the ability to know each other’s stories. The past decade has brought unimaginable challenges along the way, but we persevere because we believe this is mission worth never giving up on. We often are inspired by the folks we’ve featured and their commitment to their respective missions and so we asked some of them to talk to us about this very topic and have share some responses below.
Shanika Graffeo
I’m committed to building a world where period care is seen as a right, not a luxury. That belief drives everything I do, whether it’s developing accessible products or fighting for policy change. I’m not just here to sell solutions. I’m here to challenge the systems that make menstruation harder for certain communities to navigate in the first place. Read More>>
Katy Daneshvar MBA
I launched a program called Chateau Shares, which donates flowers to hospital patients. The idea bloomed from my time at the White House where I witnessed on a remarkable scale the profound way flowers can change lives. Read More>>
Lakisha Pattin
The project that I am committed to seeing fully evolve and reach so many women is an initiative I created in 2023 called “beneath your Beauti.” As someone who has overcome adversity and dealt with low-self esteem, poverty, trauma, etc- it became a passion of mine to advocate for women in similar situations and provide inspiration for them to own their journey. Read More>>
Lakia McDaniel
One belief—and project—I’m committed to, no matter how long it takes, is convincing the world that the pen in their hand can change their life. I truly believe that writing isn’t just about words on a page. It’s about freedom. It’s about healing. It’s about facing your truth, rewriting your story, and becoming the version of yourself you’ve been quietly craving. So yes! Read More>>
Jalisa Hardy
One belief and mission I’m deeply committed to—no matter how long it takes—is that Black women deserve to live lives filled with purpose, peace, pleasure, and financial freedom. Read More>>
Ritchie White
Honestly, the biggest project I’m committed to right now is myself. I’m fully committed to choosing myself first, building myself up, and honoring the process of becoming—because I know it’s something that’ll never really be finished. I’m my own lifelong work in progress, and I’m finally okay with that. My second biggest project is my accessory brand. Read More>>
Erin Wright
Sustaining an environment where everyone who steps in can have fun being themselves. While we have the foundations and practice now at Silver Canon, I’d love to expand it. There’s infinite room for improvement, and I aspire to be a good role model. I will forever work to create what I’ve always wanted. Read More>>
