Women of Cincy

“My work really is around healing, and that [discussions about race] is just one of the doorways.” In 2024, author, consultant, and life coach, Quanita Roberson discussed her story of resilience, the power of wisdom, and the strength found in healing. Interview by Suzanne Wilder. Photography by Stacy Wegley.

“The world is always talking – it’s trying to communicate with you.” In 2024, we met Rebecca Nava Soto – artist, educator, and mother – who told us about how she reconnected with her Indigenous roots and reshaped her creative process and perspective. Interview by Sophia Epitropoulos. Photography by Lauren Neal.

“I am a computer information systems person, so when I retired and started my own business, I wanted to do something to give back to our next generation.” Entrepreneur and nonprofit leader Robin Walker talked with us in 2023 about her passion for empowering our community’s future innovators by providing accessible education in technology. Interview by Suzanne Wilder. Photography by Chelsie Walter.

"So when I came as a scared freshman looking for my sense of place or my circle, I came here [the African American Culture & Resource Center at the University of Cincinnati], and I was embraced. I started volunteering here, and I got involved as a student leader. I blossomed into who I was meant to be in this space. I made a lot of firsts here." In a throwback from 2023, Ewaniki “Niki” Moore-Hawkins shares how the African American Culture & Resource Center shaped her life trajectory and why spaces like it are important for student development. Interview by Michaela Rawsthorn. Photography by Chelsie Walter. https://buff.ly/3LCF1Ub

Are you a professional writer, photographer, or editor ready to volunteer to uplift local voices? Women of Cincy is looking for volunteers to help share the stories of our community. If you have professional experience and are interested in joining our volunteer team, please visit womenofcincy.org.

Calling professional writers, photographers, and editors wanting to volunteer their skills to help us uplift community voices. Women of Cincy is looking for volunteers to join our team! If you have professional experience in writing, photography, or editing, please visit womenofcincy.org for more information about how to join the team.

"I think this relates to the climate crisis that we're in, but also to the political crisis that we're in at the same time. This is a space where people can come to better understand what that means and to come together, lean on one another, and find hope for our world." Ash Conway founded Queer Birders of Cincinnati to create a space for LGBTQ+ folks to connect through birding, eventually expanding to host workshops and events focused on art, nature, and conservation. Interview by Taylor Luken. Photography by Chelsie Walter.

“I always go back to the mission statement I created for Queer Birders – I hoped to create a safe and inclusive space for LGBTQ+ people to spend time outdoors, find intentional community, and experience the joy of birding.” Founder of Queer Birders of Cincinnati, Ash Conway is growing an inclusive community centered around the hobby of birding and connecting to nature. Interview by Taylor Luken. Photography by Chelsie Walter. https://lnkd.in/gXqZmMzM

"I think birding sneaks up on everyone at some point in their life, and it’s been cool to see this happening sooner and sooner for people, especially within the queer community." Meet Ash Conway, founder of Queer Birders of Cincinnati where they have built a safe and inclusive space for LGBTQ+ people to gather in nature and experience birding. Interview by Taylor Luken. Photography by Chelsie Walter. https://buff.ly/40qOmSU

Want to support our community this holiday season? Shop local with UPLIFT, a directory of women-led businesses and services. Stop by Churchill’s Fine Teas – Churchill's is a Cincinnati-based, family-owned and operated tea retailer and wholesaler, with the largest selection of loose leaf tea in the Midwest. Their mission is to inspire people, wherever they are on their tea journey. Check out Churchill’s and other local women-led businesses at buff.ly/3tKskIW