Inspirational Stories

T raditionally, women, regardless of geographics, are challenged in the workforce. Still, the difficulties for many women in other countries have an extra urgency. Knowing this, Saynab Abdikarin had to…

My father always told me that in life, no matter what you do, no matter what you become, if you are not happy, then there is no point. I still…

A ngela DeMure has devoted days and years to put the message out that dance can have long-lasting positive effects. Any creative art is challenging; there’s no guarantee of professional…

  The moment we were born, our struggle to do something with our life starts. As we grew up, we set specific goals that we want to achieve in our…

When it comes to Nigerian movies, Nollywood is the hotspot. According to several reports, Nollywood production is $658 million-dollar-industry. They have hired some of Nigeria’s best actors and actresses.  Common…

At some point, every individual has encountered a homeless person standing on the side of the road, holding signs with words written on worn-out cardboard material asking for help. Many…

Denise Matthews remembers standing in the corner, as a shadowy figure lurking and watching herself as her alter ego, Vanity.

T he New York Times ran a story several weeks ago about an individual named Edward James who struggled with alcoholism after his wife’s death.  In an excellent article written…

Committed Dance Teachers Can Inspire and Challenge Students in Positive Ways: Hanna Kuluvar Esparza, dance teacher, performer, choreographer.