Clik here to view.
The Queen’s Story
As I enter this little store in Ojojona, Honduras I am in awe with all of the colorful things in the store. Immediately I'm greeted by woman who is called "Reina," which translates to Queen. This is...
View ArticleClik here to view.
The Faces of Women Empowerment
De Manos con Amor would not have been possible without the help from some very empowering women. These women embody what EMPOWERMENT means. And I am proud to call them my friends. Keep an eye out for...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Like a Girl
Hello to our beloved followers!We know you want to make a difference in the world and that’s why we love you. However, sometimes when we are focusing so much on how we can help others, we forget to...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Confident
Every week we feature #WomenWhoEmpower - and this week the women who empowered us manifest confidence.Winnie Harlow:You might have seen Harlow on ANTMor ads for Desigual.But if you didn't catch her...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Reading is a No-Brainer
For our #ThingsThatEmpower series we are talking about reading books! Personally we love getting lost in a book and finding yourself so invested in what we are reading. Some books we read for...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Women who Shine
Sophia BushWhether you first saw her in One Tree Hill or in the classic women power movie John Tucker Must Die, Sophia Bush is much more than just an amazing actress. Off screen, Sophia participates in...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Let Girls Learn
The First Lady of the United States is a woman known for excelling in her multiple roles as a mother, wife, and public servant. Michelle Obama has accomplished a plethora of achievements during her...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Superwoman in the Mirror
Studies have shown that there are certain things you can do and tell yourself to make yourself feel more empowered and prepared not only for big events like interviews but just for life in general. Amy...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Sexist Laws Around the World
It may be 2016, but that does not mean that women and men are equal in terms of the law. Women around the world have made great strides in the eyes of the law in past years; however, this list of...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Make a Statement, A Fashion Statement
There are those that believe that fashion and feminism are opposites; we believe the opposite is true. Fashion is one of the ultimate tools for self expression and empowerment. As an industry, fashion...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Equal Pay Counts Every Day
The year is 2009 and Obama signs his first major bill into law; the bill that is receiving the signature: The Lilly Ledbetter Fair Pay Act.Now, rewind 30 years to 1979. Lilly Ledbetter is just starting...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Flying High
ELLEN OCHOAWho She Is: Ellen Ochoa was the first hispanic woman to go to space. She made this historic journey aboard the Discovery in 1993. Since then, Ochoa has logged over 1,000 hours in space...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Women in the Olympics
On August 5, the 2016 Summer Olympics will kick off in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. In this year’s Olympics, women’s sports like gymnastics, soccer, and swimming will be well attended, highly anticipated...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Sexism in American Politics
Hillary Clinton is the first woman in United States history to become the the nominee of a major political party. At De Manos Con Amor, we applaud all women that break glass ceilings, and we hope that...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Workin' On My Fitness She's My Witness
Working out: a dreaded pre-summer activity, hell on earth, self imposed torture, etc. etc. Although these used to be how I defined working out, I now see it as one of the more empowering things I can...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Ineligible to Compete
Dutee Chand is an athlete who has high testosterone levels and was therefore deemed ineligible to compete in any competition. According to an International Association of Athletics Federations (IAAF)...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Olympic Level Inspirations
Who She Is: Simone Biles is the 19 year old gymnast that, after this year’s olympics, is being heralded as one of the best female gymnasts in history. Simone lives in Texas and recently announced her...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Educating Girls Makes the World a Better Place
Growing up in the United States, I always considered education a right that everyone is entitled to. However, I’ve come to realize that education is in fact a privilege that I often take for granted....
View ArticleClik here to view.
You are Real Beauty
In 2013, Dove released an ad called “Real Beauty Sketches.” In this ad, women described themselves to a forensic sketch artist and then a stranger described them to the same artist. After the sketches...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Paid Family Leave
The United States has long been the outlier when it comes to the issue of paid family leave. According to data compiled by Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD), of the 41...
View ArticleClik here to view.
6 Reasons Fit Women Should Vote...
The following blog post is written by Caroline Allen, you can check out more of her posts on her website callenfit.com - Enjoy!We all obviously care a lot about our bodies, our minds, and our health....
View ArticleClik here to view.
Self Care After the Election
I never thought that this would be the result of the election. I truly thought that my dreams would come true, and we would have our first female president. I didn’t stay up to watch the election...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Carrie Fisher
(Photo via The Rolling Stone)On Tuesday, December 27th, Carrie Fisher passed away. Although she was best known for her role as Princess Leia in the Star Wars film series, Fisher was also an advocate...
View ArticleClik here to view.
"Let's Get in Formation!" - The Women's March
I’ve previously associated protests with things of the past, suffragettes in lengthy dresses or the followers of MLK holding picket signs; however, my mindset has shifted drastically after witnessing...
View ArticleClik here to view.
What We All Could Learn from Michelle Obama
Being in my late teens, the only presidency I could vividly remember and make sense of, thus far, is the one of Barack Obama; I can recollect, with ease, sitting on the wooden floor of my elementary...
View ArticleClik here to view.
The Word's Out: I'm a Woman
“Nevertheless, she persisted!” people roar as they held up their signs in unison outside the Trump International Hotel; this chant along with numerous others--ranging from “love not hate, that’s what...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Black Girl Magic: Celebrating Black History Month
While we have grown accustomed to associate the month of February with hearts and roses, we tend to forget it is Black History Month. With origins dating to the 1920s, it was initially referred to as...
View ArticleThe Academy has your Back
Most aspiring actors and actresses fantasize of being awarded one of the most prestigious awards in Hollywood, an Oscar; the honor of being nominated alone can transform a career. The 2017 Academy...
View ArticleClik here to view.
The Future is Female
What better time to celebrate the accomplishments of women than in the midst of our current socio-political climate! There were hashtags galore on Wednesday, March 8th, that varied from...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Find Our Girls
Recently, there has been--and still are--a surge of young girls missing all over the United States, but the current hashtag “Find Our Girls” has finally shed some light on the topic. Though this issue...
View Article