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Whole Women. Whole Leadership.
“Women who.” It sounds unfinished until you meet the women who complete the sentence. Women who open a door and widen it. Women who speak truth with tenderness, work with rigor, and make room for others as a matter of practice. In our cohort, I’m honored to witness five such leaders whose paths are distinct and whose impact overlaps: Christian Massey, Karen Lyles, Belinda Murray, Dr. Juaneka L. Thomas, and Alexis Watts. Each is a graduate of A Seat At The Table’s Undivided Co
Oct 176 min read


Choosing Indy
Inside the Life in Indy initiative: how local women are opening doors, sharing stories, and helping others call this region home.
Indianapolis is a city of momentum. The Indy region is a place of opportunity—ranked among America’s Best Places to Start a Career, a Best Food City, and one of the Hottest Housing Markets in the country. It’s a place where careers take off, ideas are nurtured, and communities welcome you in. But beyond the numbers and accolades, what makes this
Oct 176 min read


Cultivating Future Leaders | Hands-On Learning and Entrepreneurial Mindsets
In today's dynamic business world, hands-on learning isn't just a phrase to generate buzz—it's transforming how we prepare tomorrow's business leaders. At the Indiana University Kelley School of Business Indianapolis, this approach represents the heart of their educational philosophy. By combining active learning with entrepreneurial thinking, Kelley is equipping students to tackle real-world challenges with confidence and creativity.
Apr 117 min read


Fashion: A Black Legacy
As a photographer documenting the intersection of culture and style, I've witnessed firsthand how Black culture has shaped the fashion landscape. The contributions are endless—from the artistic explosion of the Harlem Renaissance to the bold statements of the Black Power movement, Black creativity has been a driving force behind countless innovations in style and design.
Apr 114 min read


Indy Design Week: Elevating Design, Amplifying Voices, and Fostering Community
Design is more than aesthetics—it’s problem-solving, storytelling, and a force that shapes the world around us. At Indy Design Week [IDW], we celebrate and elevate the many disciplines of design while fostering a collaborative and inclusive creative community. Founded in 2018, Indy Design Week has grown into an essential platform for designers, artists, and creative professionals to connect, share ideas, and inspire one another.
Apr 115 min read


Invincible
My Power Was Never Hard to Pronounce—Just Hard to Contain
Growing up in a predominantly white community in Wisconsin, I was one of only three Indian students in my entire high school. For four years, I faced racism, bigotry, adversity, and xenophobia—experiences that made me acutely aware of my differences. My name, Alabhya, meaning "one who is invincible," was constantly mispronounced or reduced to nicknames for convenience. Instead of making the effort to learn my name, tea
Apr 115 min read


It Takes a Village
Community is created by individuals who seek connection, support, and common intentions in the world. Finding your communities in life is an ongoing, ever-changing part of who we are.
When I was a younger woman, I found my communities naturally, by pursuing the activities and the subjects I enjoyed, and my identity formed alongside these experiences.
As a mom, finding and maintaining a community takes on a whole new meaning.
Apr 114 min read


Must Shop Small Shops
The editors at MORE have put together a list of some of our favorite small shops, local shops (to us and where we wish we were) and...
Nov 19, 20243 min read


Navigating Anxiety and Identity: A Gen Z Perspective on Fashion and Community
Based in Philadelphia, Authenticity Projects is a model and media startup committed to empowering individuals of all genders and culturals.
Oct 18, 20245 min read


Equity through Innovation
As business owners, brands, and individuals, there’s always something nerve-wracking to scale, to grow, and even to change how we serve.
Oct 18, 20247 min read


Strength in Trust
Former NFL Superbowl winner Marlin Jackson played multiple positions in a successful career for two teams. Although no longer lining up...
Apr 12, 20247 min read


The Influence - Identity, Vulnerability, and Expression
FarmTok, Pregnancy Posts, Cat Videos, Breakup Announcements, and the ‘Day-in-the-Life’ trend that doesn’t seem to go out of trend anytime...
Apr 13, 20237 min read


The New Classic
As a Korean-American with first generation immigrant parents, I feel that it’s somewhat ingrained in our DNA to long for large eyes, porcela
Oct 8, 20214 min read


Seek MORE with Aashna
Aashna is one of our four interns for the summer. She's a freshmen studying at the Indiana University's Kelley School of Business.
Jul 13, 20214 min read


Now Trending: Sustainability
Sustainability is trending in fashion but, unlike assless chaps or feather hair extensions, it’s not a fad.
Apr 30, 20214 min read


Special Education Inside and Outside the Classroom
As a community that cares about educating our children and funding the schools and professionals who provide this service.
Apr 30, 20214 min read


What Goes Into It
Common Objective notes there are over 181 million people in precarious fashion work across the globe.1 These workers face long hours and...
Apr 30, 20215 min read


City Development and Urban Sustainability
Throughout history, humanity has never seen such incredible rates of population growth and urban development.
Apr 30, 20219 min read


Realizing + Understanding My White Privilege
I’m sick and tired of hearing people say they’re sick and tired of politics; the irony isn’t lost on me, considering the ability to...
Oct 9, 20209 min read


Clothing is a Lifeline
Clothing is an immediate way to be identified and potentially discriminated against, so she helps survivors on their journey of healing.
Oct 9, 20206 min read
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