Shannon Day

‘The Lovers & Fighters of America’ is a monthly column here at Ravishly featuring behind-the-scenes stories of inspirational people taking a stance against hate. Today, Ravishly features Kristie Maldonado and her son, Joe.

In 2008, Jimenez co-founded United We Dream. As Executive Director, she has helped develop the non-profit into the largest immigrant youth-led organization in the country. With Jimenez at the helm, UWD has grown to a powerful network of 57 affiliates in 25 states, with over 300,000 members.

Not only are Alex Radelich and Dalton Lemert taking to the road with their mission to change the world one act of kindness at a time, but they are encouraging others to do the same, and suggest you lead your own Explore Kindness Trips.

The Lovers & Fighters of America' is a weekly column here at Ravishly featuring

'The Lovers & Fighters of America' is a weekly column here at Ravishly featuring behind-the-scenes stories of inspirational people taking

Two American businesswomen just launched a cool and socially-conscious new clothing line for kids called Little Activists.

This story of two strangers at a park reminds us of the value in human kindness and friendship. Friendship amidst bigotry.

The Garment Project aims to support women in eating disorder recovery by providing them with size-less clothing styled to their tastes and needs.

The Lovers & Fighters of America is a weekly column here at Ravishly featuring behind-the-scenes stories of inspirational people taking a

‘The Lovers & Fighters of America’ is a weekly column here at Ravishly featuring