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Mothers of invention: Women invent Kevlar, signal flares and more

Catherine Thimmesh (Courtesy Photo) The nuggets of truth…

Women are the solution : Q&A with Sheryl WuDunn

Sheryl WuDunn (Courtesy Photo) Empowering women and girls…

Labor unions adapt

On average, women covered by a union contract earn almost 34 percent more than those who are not, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

Pan-African women and power

"The full development of women and girls is fundamental to the success and sustainability of any community. If women and girls are weak our communities are weak."

Co-op women

"We may look like a bunch of grocers, but, really, we come to work every day with the intention of saving our world."

All washed up? No and YES

"A support system helps you stay connected to hold onto your dream and work with it."

2012 Changemaker: Minnesota nurses’ strike

"It felt like we were doing something extremely positive not just for the profession but for the patients and the community and the people who come through our doors."

2010 Changemakers: 29th Street Petal Pushers

"Girls are always thinking about their fantasies but the business plan can help them think forward and stay on track."

At home here

"Our story can speak to other East African women about possibilities that can exist in spite of the obstacles we faced."

Diva Rags

"[My business] is all about how I can help [customers] have a brighter day. It goes beyond the dollar."

Economies of worth

"Our economic difference compared globally is obscene. What makes that acceptable?"

A wider worldview

"We like things that we know even if it works against our best interest. ... 'Newing' is a big part of the answer of how we can get better at change."