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Coloradans navigate emotional turmoil to provide for families in Ukraine
Eastern Europeans in Colorado came together earlier this month to gather donations for their family members and others in Ukraine.
‘A goddess among mortals’: Alicia Cardenas changed the face of modern body modification
Sol Tribe owner Alicia Cardenas was killed on Dec. 27, 2021, by a white supremacist gunman. She lived her life fighting that kind of hatred.
Chaya Milchtein teaches self-advocacy in the world of car ownership
Chaya Milchtein talks about the hypermasculine automotive industry and its disdain for new technologies like electric cars.
Bo Roark takes the slams in stride alongside her all-girl skate crew
Bo Roark left the slopes for the skatepark six years ago. Since then, she's put together an all-girl skate crew from Breckenridge.
Sasha Dillavou on ‘Awakening’ sexual wellness, embracing sex positivity
As the manager and event coordinator at Awakening Boutique, and the head of her own sexual wellness practice, Sasha Dillavou has her dream career.
“Girls can do it too”: Nicole Noller shreds gender norms in skateboarding
Nicole Noller didn't pick up a skateboard until she was 25. Thirteen years on, she continues to break gender and age stereotypes in the sport.
The ‘invisible women’ behind artist Clyfford Still’s work
For decades, women have bolstered the career of Clyfford Still, most notably his wife Pati. Today an army of women and nonbinary folks help preserve his work and legacy.
HonestBird Tattoo and Nest Art Collective take the discomfort out of tattooing
Lora Bird knows tattooing is inherently painful, but she hopes the poke of the tattoo machine is the only discomfort her clients feel.
Hajra Khan serves up justice in the courtroom and kitchen
Lawyer and baker Hajra Khan uses her edible creations to honor her Muslim heritage and fill the lack of cultural holiday treats.
Grace Clark searches for a more inclusive bluegrass scene post-pandemic
Grace Clark took some time during the pandemic to reflect on the racism she's faced in the bluegrass scene. Now she's focused on changing it.
Colorado women in command of the cockpit
Three women in various stages of their careers as pilots talk about what inspired them to take to the sky and the challenges they face.
Brina Wyss shows that life is better on wheels
Two years ago Brina Wyss picked up a pair of roller skates, sparking a passion for life on wheels. She's now a coach through Denver Skates.
How Dana Donnelly has held her own in Twitter comedy
Dana Donnelly's name is behind some of the best tweets in the last year. Her comedy captures the essence of the twentysomething woman.
The past, present and future of Bree Davies
We sat down with journalist Bree Davies to talk about sexism in journalism, her time covering the art scene and her future at City Cast.
Denver artist Moe Gram and the power of empathy
Moe Gram has seen the country become increasingly more divided in the wake of the 2016 election. Now she's setting out to teach the world empathy.
Anna Perks and her mission to reinvent the construction industry
Anna Perks is on a mission to change the way we think about the construction industry, both in terms of gender norms and demolition waste.
Fly Zyah and her superhero support team
Nine-year-old Zyah Brown from Washington, D.C. has become a hit online with her intelligent rap tracks, spitting bars on policy and justice.
Chelsea Blankenship on her continued journey of creating woman-powered community
Chelsea Blankenship has worked for years to create online communities for women, work that has now become more important during the pandemic.
Kirsty York eschewed industry norms to open her tattoo studio—now she’s dominating with her unique style
Kirsty York had only three years of tattooing behind her before opening Blackbird Ink. Now she runs an all-female shop offering unique styles.
Jordan Jasinski on tattooing, mental health and her journey into the realm of fitness
Black and grey tattoo artist Jordan Jasinski is branching out from the art form into the world of fitness to become an online health coach.
Mother-daughter activist duo hit their stride on the streets of Denver
Porshai and Ashira Campbell used their passion for racial justice to advocate for change together on the streets of Denver last summer.
The women leading social justice movements—and the forces holding them back
Research shows that women are better equipped to lead social justice movements. Three Colorado organizers tell us why they think it's true.
The women of Lady Justice Brewery are crafting a future for women and giving back to the community
The women behind Lady Justice Brewing Company are paving the way for future women in the industry and giving back to their community.
Jessica Christie empowers couples to own destination elopements, inspiring other women along the way
Photographer Jessica Christie takes elopement photography to new heights and mentors other young women in the industry and beyond.
Chelsea Lewinski returns to the art scene professing her One Love
Denver mural artist Chelsea Lewinski has returned to painting after breaking her wrist during the Crush Walls festival last summer.
Out Front Magazine looks to the future under new female ownership
October 2020 marked a milestone for Out Front Magazine, which covers Denver's LGBTQ+ community. For the first time, the outlet is female-owned.
Nadiya Jackson is an artistic visionary of the intimate and the interdimensional
Artist Nadiya Jackson's work examines how the Black community navigates sexuality, intimacy and gender roles. Her latest show focused on the femininity of Black men.
Once houseless herself, Cuica Montoya is now managing one of Denver’s first sanctioned camps
Denver's first sanctioned camping area will be managed by Cuica Montoya, who has first-hand experience with what it's like to be houseless.
Cleo Parker Robinson Dance Celebrate 50 Years of Bringing Communities Together Through Dance
Cleo Parker Robinson has been dancing for nearly 70 years. Her dance has told stories from the history of Angela Davis to the 2020 protests.
Doom metal veteran Kelly Schilling on her new project BleakHeart
Kelly Schilling and her band Dreadnought are legends in the doom metal scene. Now she's turning her attention to a new project.
The first-ever African immigrant elected to state legislature prepares to serve Colorado
Naquetta Ricks has kept a diary for decades. Now she's writing history as the first African immigrant elected to the Colorado state House.
Denver’s parkour scene is paving the way for female leaders
Women are jumping into the male-dominated sport of parkour, and those like Kristine Dietrich at APEX Denver are commanding space.
Rep. Brianna Titone talks reelection and what’s next
Colorado State Rep. Brianna Titone talks reelection, pro-LGBTQ+ legislation and what issues she's going to tackle next.
Denver women are opening the gates to inclusive financial freedom
Financial planning can be scary for some, but these advisors are on a mission to educate women and BIPOC on money management and investing.
Women are a decisive political force that could make the call on the Presidential election
In the last several elections, women have outpaced men with their voting records. This election could be decided by the female voter bloc.
Despite pandemic hurdles, nonprofit for BIPOC and LGBTQ+ community lives on
A former police officer, Ali Duncan started Urban Sanctuary in 2016. In June, she launched a nonprofit for BIPOC and the LGBTQ+ community.
Patricia Sargent’s ‘Power Women’ names history’s anonymous with Enheduanna of Sumer
Patricia Sargent's newest book titled "Power Women: Lessons from the Ancient World" highlights female powerhouses including Enheduanna of Sumer.
Gina Ilczyszyn dominates the tattoo scene. Now she’s tackling mural walls.
Denver tattoo artist Gina Ilczyszyn participated in the Babe Walls festival this summer and is a featured artist at CRUSH Walls this year.
Give Black women flowers while they are alive: Auntie Sade serves up Nigerian classics
Sade Adebayo deserves her flowers while she is alive. Filling the stomachs of the Nigerian community in Denver for decades, she now has her own food truck.
Protect Your Space Project works to make Denver businesses safe for all
Priscilla Jerez, the manager and bartender at Tooey’s Off Colfax, moved to Denver ten years ago. Before that, she lived a whole other life in Washington D.C. She owned a bar called The Palace of Wonders, which was part museum of oddities. She was a burlesque dancer as well, something she said she can’t wait to tell her daughter about when she gets older.
But she also had an experience that is shared by most women who work in or go out to bars. When Jerez was 26 years old, she had her drink drugged while she was working.
“There were two men talking to me and, you know, being friendly,” Jerez said. “I think they were trying to sneak me out or something. I guess whatever state I was in, I was able to get to a safe place. It's one of those things that really stayed with me where I'm like, ‘Holy shit, who knows what could’ve happened?’” Jerez said.
Pattie Gonia: The rainbow bridge connecting outdoor enthusiasts
Pattie Gonia, the backpacking drag queen, is here to save the world. She's on a mission to teach her thousands of Instagram followers and outdoor companies what it means to enjoy the outdoors responsibly, wielding social justice as her sword.
Denver Black women owners feed and thrive
Black women are running the eatery scene in Denver despite the pandemic, with recognition of Black-owned businesses on the rise.
From bars to restaurants, these female owners will keep you going through quarantine
Many Denver institutions have closed their doors during the COVID-19 pandemic. These female owners have come to the rescue to provide food and libations.
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