Tag: L.A. Woman 2014
Lorri L. Jean Protects LGBT People in L.A. and Beyond
The CEO of the Los Angeles Gay & Lesbian Center provides LGBT Angelenos medical services, career resources—even lodging—while fighting for civil rights nationwide
Adele Yellin Nourished Downtown’s Revival
The owner of Grand Central Market turned the 97-year-old landmark into a true culinary destination, pushing downtown's revitalization forward
Rebecca Ninburg is Skating into Sports History
The cofounder of the Los Angeles Derby Dolls, a volunteer-run Roller Derby league, is redefining femininity
Susan Feniger is Los Angeles Magazine’s 2014 Game Change Hall of Famer
The food pioneer created for Los Angeles a flavor all its own
Eva Longoria Is ‘More American Than Bill O’Reilly’
The actress talks with Amy Wallace about brains, beauty, and the importance of giving back
Shamim Momin Believes Art Should Be Everywhere, Not Just Museums
Her nonprofit organization, Los Angeles Nomadic Division, supports local artists while beautifying L.A. with public art
Tara Roth Could Make L.A.’s Dreams Come True
The president of Goldhirsh Foundation launched LA2050, a civic advocacy program that invests in the future of L.A.
Dr. Roberta Diaz Brinton is Los Angeles Magazine’s Woman of the Year
The Alzheimer’s researcher tells students: If you want to change the world, become a scientist
Ivory Freeman Gives Hope—and Prom Dresses—to L.A.’s Underserved Girls
The founder of the Bessie Morris Foundation teaches leadership skills to inner-city kids
Kathleen Kim Speaks for Local Victims Without a Voice
The Loyola Law School professor, a member of the Los Angeles Police Commission, studies human trafficking
