We believe in the power of stories to connect us and to encourage each other. When women & girls share their stories of personal triumph, they often find that telling their story is itself an act of self-empowerment. And their stories, told in their own words, inspire the rest of us. We are  changed by reading real stories of overcoming fear, or self-limiting beliefs, or cultural norms.

Our goal has been to create a safe space for women and girls to share their stories and to read the stories others have shared. The site does not enable any feedback on stories-–no comments, no ratings, no “likes.”  Nothing is sold or marketed here, and there are no product sponsorships or partnerships. We stand on our own, with women and girls – and that is an amazing place to stand!

For several years now, my dear friend Yodit Kifle Smith has worked with me in encouraging women and girls to recognize that their unique stories deserve to be told. I am so very grateful to Yodit for her friendship, her terrific work, and her commitment to the power of storytelling. Yodit manage our Instagram and Facebook accounts, co-hosts The Power of Stories Podcast, and develops the digital assets that we share across our social media platforms.