Our Favorite Stories About Women by Women

We're sharing some of our favorite stories about inspiring women for International Women's Day. [POPSUGAR Logo]( [International Women's Day 2024] Our Favorite Stories About Women by Women This International Women's Day, we're highlighting some of our favorite stories about inspiring women. Our editors have curated a list of must-read stories about women making moves in different spaces — from a CEO fighting for reproductive rights to a beauty founder who went all in on her dreams. Check out all their picks ahead: [Rep. Pramila Jayapal's Own Journey Is ''Every Immigrant's Story'']( [Rep. Pramila Jayapal's Journey Is "Every Immigrant's Story"]( "This year for IWD, I spoke to Rep. Pramila Jayapal about how crucially our country relies on immigrant women. As an immigrant herself, Jayapal's words about these women's courage, resilience, and joy was a reminder that we all need to champion the strength of women, year-round." — Lena Felton, Features Director   [Reintroducing Josie Maran]( [Reintroducing Josie Maran]( "Josie is the epitome of betting on yourself: 16 years ago, she invested all her money in a dream for cleaner beauty products — way before clean beauty was a thing — and sales for her namesake brand skyrocketed to the millions. Flash forward to today, and she still owns 100% of the company." — Kelsey Castañon, Senior Content Director   [Planned Parenthood's Alexis McGill Johnson on How You Can Fight For Reproductive Freedoms]( [Planned Parenthood's Alexis McGill Johnson on How You Can Fight For Reproductive Freedoms]( "While our reproductive rights are constantly under attack – and in an election year no less — it was incredibly inspiring to chat with Alexis. She really energized me (and hopefully our readers) to further engage in democracy, continue fighting for equality issues across the board, and most importantly, remain hopeful as we look toward the future." — Yerin Kim, Features Editor   [Yara Shahidi on Confidence, Fragrance, and Growing Up on TV]( [Yara Shahidi on Confidence, Fragrance, and Growing Up on TV]( "It was truly inspiring to speak to Yara Shahidi — she is so confident and self-assured. She's incredibly graceful and puts so much thought into her words." — Jessica Harrington, Senior Beauty Editor   [Dr. Kizzmekia Corbett-Helaire Recounts the 66 Days to the COVID Vaccine]( [Dr. Kizzmekia Corbett-Helaire Recounts the 66 Days to the COVID Vaccine]( "One of Dr. Kizzmekia Corbett-Helaire's daily affirmations is 'I have a voice.' But after speaking with her about medical advocacy, COVID-19, and calling out the World Health Organization, I think she's already a shining example of how to use yours." — Chandler Plante, Health & Fitness Assistant Editor   [Naomi Campbell on Uplifting Black Designers With Her New Fashion Collaboration]( [Naomi Campbell on Uplifting Black Designers With Her New Fashion Collaboration]( "Naomi Campbell has inspired me throughout my career, so interviewing her was a great honor. It was especially rewarding to talk to her about supporting Black designers, a cause we're both passionate about." — Jessica Andrews, Senior Content Director   [Ivy Queen Is Manifesting 2024 to Be Her Year]( [Ivy Queen Is Manifesting 2024 to Be Her Year]( "This year I had the honor of speaking with legendary reggaetonera Ivy Queen about her relationship with astrology and spirituality, and how she feels it has helped her throughout her career. It warmed my heart to talk to her about things that are so relatable and specific to my community and my experience as a Latina." — Johanna Ferreira, Juntos Content Director   [Drew Barrymore Wants You to Give Your Situationship a Gift This Valentine's Day]( [Drew Barrymore Wants You to Give Your Situationship a Gift This Valentine's Day]( "Drew Barrymore has the poise and emotional maturity I think we all wish we could have in our love lives. Talking to her reminded me that kindness always wins — yes, by celebrating your ex, and yes, by giving your situationship a gift just because." — Taylor Andrews, Balance Editor   ADVERTISEMENT [Vulture Cinematrix](   What We're Shopping [I Tried a Red-Light Sleep Device, and It's Been a Total Game Changer]( I Tried a Red-Light Sleep Device, and It's Been a Total Game Changer]( [10 Sales Worth Shopping This Week From Samsonite, Dermstore, and More]( [10 Sales Worth Shopping This Week From Samsonite, Dermstore, and More]( [The Best Leggings to Conquer Your Workout]( [The Best Leggings to Conquer Your Workout]( [These Affordable Press-On Nails Just Changed My Manicure Game]( [These Affordable Press-On Nails Just Changed My Manicure Game](   [2024 POPSUGAR Reading Challenge]( [Join Us For the 2024 POPSUGAR Reading Challenge]( The 10th annual POPSUGAR Reading Challenge is here! 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