Woman to Watch: Phillis Rand
Austin native Phillis Ahlena Rand is the founder and CEO of Texas Winter Park Inc., the first Black-owned theme park in U.S. history.
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Woman to Watch: Kennon L. Wooten
Having grown up in Austin, Kennon feels right at home at her Austin-based law firm, Scott Douglass & McConnico.
Alicia Weigel: I Exyst
Intersex advocate and human rights commissioner for The City of Austin Alicia Weigel wants us to celebrate our differences.
Truth Be Told: Owning Your Story
Local nonprofit Truth Be Told helps the growing number of incarcerated women build a foundation of self-worth and accountability.
I Am Austin Woman: Nikki DaVaughn — You’re Worth It!
Nikki DaVaughn, founder of Fat Bottom Cabaret, refuses to shrink herself for inane beauty standards and expectations in her home city.
Cover Woman Callback: Nina Berenato — A Year of Growth
Since Nina Berenato graced the Austin Woman cover in June 2019, she’s embraced new opportunities while staying true to her mission.
Dr. Sheila Newsom: Be Who You Are, Not Who You’re Supposed to Be
Dr. Sheila Newsom is free in her own body, and you can be too. She gives advice for those who need a little encouragement living their honest lives.
A Chat With Kathy Kuras: Creating Pathways
Kathy Kuras uses her love of football to break barriers for the generations of young…
Women in Numbers: Let’s Talk About Sex
Even in 2021, sex is still a taboo subject, but women have always lead real conversations that center positivity and education.
On the Money: Finding Joy at Every Stage of Your Financial Life
Jenny Hoff explores not only why financial positivity matters, but also how to find joy by not making finances an unhealthy obsession.