The Y: Sharing Stories of Caring

Can you start by introducing yourself? My name is Claira Janover. I am 23 years old. I am an off-cycle senior at Harvard, graduating in May 2021. Something that's always been very meaningful to me is being opinionated, outspoken, and having conversations that I think a lot of people don't have be...

Seven years.  The ticking Metronome clock in the downtown of New York City delivers a jarring, but inescapable truth about the Earth and those who care about its preservation: we are running out of time. This message, however unsettling, is a reminder that the resources and beauty that we often t...

This week I spoke with Award-winning director, writer, digital storyteller, and startup advisor, Rylee Ebsen. I would love for you to tell us who you are and how your passions have led you to where you are today. I'm Rylee Jean Ebsen and I am an LA born and raised filmmaker and startup advisor. I...

This week I spoke with yoga Instructor and educator, Kelly Stackhouse. So I would love it if you could tell us who you are and where you are coming from.  I am originally from Ontario, Canada.  I grew up watching Fashion Television, a show that would highlight all the great fashion cities. I ...

Can you tell me more about the people who have really shaped how you view the world and empowered you as you made your way to who you are today? I think my parents have done such an incredible job and they've worked so hard and they've really shown me what hard work and perseverance is. My mom is...

Hi Shahadi, I would love to know how you define yourself and what you are passionate about. Well, I'm 15 and I'm an actress. I live in New York city and I go to a performing arts high school, which is a lot of fun. I love to play chess and I love to ride my bike. I think that what I'm most passio...