March is Women’s History Month, and March 8 is International Women’s Day, but no matter the month or the day, women deserve to be recognized and celebrated for their contributions to the world. At Lulus, we’re fortunate to have met and chatted with some of the most inspiring, empowered women out there. From artists and authors to activists, these ladies are shaping the future, breaking barriers, and helping others in the process. Ahead, check out some of our favorite women changing the world for the better.

Didi, Taz, Izzy, and Sarah of The Fridge Girls

members of mutual aid community fridge organization The Fridge Girls pose in tie dye shirts and masks with their group name written in chalk on the street
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Bronx natives Didi, Taz, Izzy, and Sarah founded mutual aid group The Fridge Girls to provide the members of their NYC neighborhoods with fresh food, no strings attached. They collect food donations and coordinate drop-offs to help stock community fridges in New York City’s most vulnerable, underserved areas. Because, in their words, “Access to food should not be a privilege.” Read more about The Fridge Girls

Tori Press of @Revelatori

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Through her  Instagram account, Revelatori, artist and author Tori Press uses her illustration talents and personal experiences to break the therapy stigma. She shares a peek behind the curtain of her own therapy journey, destigmatizing mental health issues and inspiring others to open up in the process. Read more about Tori Press

Chelsea VonChaz of Happy Period

chelsea vonchaz of happy period posing in a bathing suit and kimono
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As co-founder of charitable organization and social movement, #HappyPeriod, Chelsea VonChaz has spent the last five+ years working to provide individuals in need with access to menstrual hygiene products (through donation kits). She’s committed to menstrual equity and to destigmatizing the conversation around menstruation and reproductive healthcare. Read more about Chelsea VonChaz

Hannah and Yseult of The Kinswomen

women changing the world yseult and hannah of the kinswomen
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Yseult Polfliet and Hannah Pechter started a podcast, The Kinswomen, to bridge the gap between women of color and white women by having open, honest discussions about race, and offering guidance on how to be an ally. They also facilitate anti-racism training for individuals, teams, and organizations (and they do a monthly feature for the Lulus blog about race-related issues). Read more about The Kinswomen

Katie Stagliano of Katie’s Krops

kate stagliano of katies krops holding a basket of fresh vegetables, as an example of women changing the world
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South Carolina native Katie Stagliano is the founder of Katie’s  Krops, an organization that empowers young people around the country to start vegetable gardens in their communities and donate the harvests to the needy. Now, over 10 years later, Katie’s Krops funds gardens in 30 states–and counting–in an effort to bring an end to food insecurity. Read more about Katie Stagliano

Nikki, Shay, Brandy, and Meghan of Influencing in Color

women changing the world through representation: the bloggers of Influencing in Color wearing sparkly outfits
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Style bloggers Nikki Gamble, Shay Sweeney, Brandy Gueary, and Meghan Adams make up the Insta-quad known as Influencing In Color. Together, they show off their unique senses of style, taking it upon themselves to be the change they wanted to see in the influencer world–and prove why representation matters. Read more about Influencing in Color

Ann Shen

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Insta-famous illustrator Ann Shen is known for her incredible depictions of inspirational women, both real and mythical, and uses her talents to share messages of empowerment. She’s written and illustrated several books about inspiring women in history, including Bad Girls Throughout History: 100 Remarkable Women Who Changed the World and Legendary Ladies: 50 Goddesses to Empower and Inspire You. Read more about Ann Shen

Allie, Bri, and Paige of The Breasties

breasties founders as example of women changing the world
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Allie Brudner, Paige More, and Bri Majsiak founded nonprofit 501(c)3 organization The Breasties to empower young women affected by breast and reproductive cancers through community and friendship. They connect thousands of young women, online and offline, through free wellness retreats, events, and meetups across the globe, these women have created an all-inclusive community of previvors, survivors, thrivers, and caregivers. Read more about The Breasties

Emily McDowell of Emily McDowell & Friends

emily mcdowell as an example of women changing the world
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Founder of Emily McDowell & Friends Emily McDowell creates greeting cards and gifts that capture the emotions humans actually experience. Her famous empathy cards (and more) are honest, funny, and authentic, encouraging human connection and self-care. Read more about Emily Mcdowell

Who are your favorite women changing the world? Tell us in the comments!