CELEBRATE WOMEN

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CELEBRATE WOMEN

+Series

2024

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“My friends and how they tell me, every time when I'm about to give up, “You're the best", and how they never forget me. My friends that I can only talk to online empower me too by telling me how good I am.” — Chelsea Pei, Shanghai, China, 2024

“Seeing younger women succeed empowers me. One hard and sad truth that many girls discover is that women with privilege and power can actually be the ones sometimes preventing younger generations from succeeding. I myself had those experiences in m

"My female friendships empower me. being able to discuss my thoughts, air my worries, and confide in my closest friends makes me feel as though i’m able to do anything i set my mind too. and even if i can’t, if i’m too tired or my heart is too

“My mummy. She leads by example. She showed me I always belonged in every room I'm in.” — Amrit Agastia , Shanghai, China, 2024, by Elena Tang

“I'm inspired by women empowering women and, in general, people taking initiative. I want everyone to benefit from the magical energy created by simply seeking more and supporting one another. I continue to pass on this inspiration in my daily life

“我很喜欢写，通过文字把所有不安、疑惑、喜悦和愤怒都一一确认下来。我从自己经历的有毒亲密关系、家庭暴力和校园暴力写开去，一遍遍向自己确认“这不是我的错”。渐渐开始有人开始读到我写的东西，他们愿意花时间金钱和我共度一段精神旅程。他们开始愿意把自己的故事交给我，我把它们写下来。直到现在我自己成为记者，我相信我的故事就是女性的故事，我经历的就是历史，我相信文字自有力量。“ "I really like writing, using words to confirm all the anxiet

“Being part of this world makes me feel myself. Feeling highly needed by my family empowers me, too!” — Susie Chen , Shanghai, China, 2024, by Elena Tang

“Music; The right song or playlist makes me feel like I can do anything.” — Elisabeth , Singapore, 2024, by Angela Kong

“We are all unique and different. Embracing our differences while finding common ground inspires my work. Choices are made by perceiving and comprehending various perspectives. It empowers me to create happy spaces where people feel good about thems

“There's a pervasive saying in Filipino culture, bahala na. It can be translated in a few ways, but "it's all up to God" and "whatever happens, happens" are the closest to how I interpreted its meaning. This concept has had complex impacts on Filipi

“What empowers me is living a practice of unapologetic honesty toward self-expression and authenticity, embracing our inner spirit and our truest selves. And by surrounding myself with others who also uphold these values.” — Emma Foster, Renton,

“Preston and Preston’s brother.” — Ula Lin , Shanghai, China, 2024, by Elena Tang

“I often find myself awed & inspired by other people’s personal journeys – and I’d say that my parents’ refugee story hits closest to my heart. Shortly after the Fall of Saigon in 1975, my mother & father were abruptly forced to flee from t

“The belief of "I'm on my way" - at the age of transformation from a "girl" to a "woman," I see a new world opening up in front of me. I start to relearn many things - being my own best friend, gym partner, supporter, and parent. I begin to try many

"Achieving congruence in my life; feeling comfortable in my skin; feeling that I'm fulfilling purposeful work." — Maisie , Singapore, 2024, by Angela Kong

“Accompanying my two children in their learning and growth, makes me more and more powerful.” — Selina Zhang , Shanghai, China, 2024, by Elena Tang

“Parent’s support and friend’s encouragement, they use caring words to make me feel more supported.” — Elizabeth , Shanghai, China, 2024, by Elena Tang

“People and friends around me who are amazing. They empower me to get better. You have to work hard, be competitive, and try your best.” — Yumi Li, Shanghai, China, 2024, by Elena Tang

“Living a life of purpose empowers me. Knowing that I have full support in all that I do from my loved ones empowers me. The inner knowing that I have what it takes to get through the highs and lows in life empowers me. My financial stability empow

“When I was a young girl I would beg my mom to let me do martial arts. My mom would always reply “ladies don’t fight.” So when I was a young adult I got to try this thing called historical fencing, and I’ve stuck with it since 1998. I compete all ov

“Drawing comics. It's a way for me to process stuff I'm going through, document my life, and make people laugh. It's one of the ways I connect with people and it reminds me that so long as you're creating something, you're learning and growing as we

“Roseanne Park, Gaeul, and WonYoung empower me.” — Rita Ruiting Zhai , Shanghai, China, 2024, by Elena Tang

“Solo traveling empowers me! Having solo traveled to 10 countries during the last 2 years, I've become stronger and more confident than ever!” — Lisa Xu, Shanghai, China, 2024, by Elena Tang

“Friendship and books.” — Dora Li and Cassie Peng , Shanghai, China, 2024, by Elena Tang

“I have been very fortunate to be surrounded by family who’ve been very supportive of me pursuing a career in art. They have empowered me since the beginning, acknowledging it might be a tough journey and supporting me the whole way. I also cannot f

“What makes me feel empowered? Women who are brave enough to be themselves. Women who go after what they want without letting anyone tell them what’s “right”. Women who aren’t afraid to carve their own path to make their ideas come to life. I love

"Listening to body, embracing play, dissolving blockages, smashing glass plates.” — Genevieve , Singapore, 2024, by Angela Kong

“I am empowered by my heritage. I struggled a lot with being a very Americanized Puerto Rican growing up and feeling isolated from my community. But whenever I get those negative feelings or feelings of self doubt I think of what my Titi Lydia said

“The ability to use my words to make a difference.” — Kelan Ji , Shanghai, China, 2024, by Elena Tang

“Knowing that my family is always there for me!” — Chloe H , Shanghai, China, 2024, by Elena Tang

“No matter what point I am in my life, I have always been guided by storytelling. Stories enable us to envision something better for our lives during times that are dark, learn more about those around us and find solace in shared experiences. The st

“That if i finish things. I can help my friends and family, or maybe my country and the world.” — Nami Na , Shanghai, China, 2024, by Elena Tang

“I find my community empowering. My husband and I are transplants from Ohio to Seattle. When we moved here 6 years ago we didn't know many people. But having a community has always been important to me, so I put a lot of time and attention into my r

“EVERYTHING.” — Audrey, Shanghai, China, 2024, by Elena Tang