News & Press
Is the Answer No? Ask for it, Anyway
Telling your friend how you really feel is a good way to practice self-advocacy.
Guest Blog: To Intervene or Not to Intervene
Guest blogger Signe Whitson explores what parents can do about bullying.
BFF 2.0: Rating & Beauty Contests Online
In the latest episode, Rachel breaks down why rating is a losing game--and why you should stop.
Confidence Gap on Campus: Why College Women Need to Lean In
Rachel and co-author Kate Farrar encourage college women to seek leadership roles on campus.
In Steubenville, why didn't other girls help?
Rachel discusses how recent events present an opportunity to encourage girls to become allies to each other in horrific situations.
Instagram Unmasked: A Teen Explains Why It’s All the Rage
Guest blogger and high school junior Valerie Aber breaks it down for us.
Why Hand-Written Thank You Notes Still Matter - A Lot
Rachel explores why writing a thank you note is not something we should sacrifice just because technology will let us.
Heidi's Blog: I'm Fat!
High school senior Heidi Loscar seriously re-evaluates what we allow this word to mean.
Dear Rachel: Why Are Guys Intimidated By Brains?
Rachel responds to a totally smart question from a young reader.
VIDEO: Rachel Talks With The Today Show About Teen Violence
After the savage beating of a middle school girl in Florida, Rachel talks with the Today Show about the crisis of violence among teens.
VIDEO: Watch Rachel's TedXWomen Talk
Rachel discusses the leadership challenges girls and women face in relationships, school, and in the workplace.