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If She Can Make It Here

If She Can Make It Here

Written by: Amplify Her Foundation
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The mission of Amplify Her® Foundation is to support women and girls from underserved communities to become transformative changemakers. Our podcast, If She Can Make It Here, celebrates the innovative, bold and resilient women leading across New York City, like New York Governor Kathy Hochul, New York State Attorney General Letitia James, Gloria Steinem, Ai-jen Poo and Reshma Saujani, who build pathways, shift narratives, and transform systems to advance gender equity. Between feature episodes, If She Can Make It Here spotlights stories from Amplify Her® Foundation’s grantee partners revealing how innovation, from STEM education to entrepreneurship, fuels long-term impact. If She Can Make It Here is hosted by Amplify Her® Foundation Founder & Executive Director, Marti Speranza Wong and is produced by Hangar Studios.Amplify Her Foundation | If She Can Make It Here Economics Management Management & Leadership Self-Help Success
Episodes
  • Grantee Partner Spotlight: Seeds of Fortune

    Grantee Partner Spotlight: Seeds of Fortune
    Aug 26 2026
    Seeds of Fortune Founder and Executive Director Nitiya Walker shares how financial literacy, college access, and mentorship can transform the futures of young women. From helping students fund college to building confidence, careers, and generational wealth, Seeds of Fortune proves that even a small investment can spark lasting change. Credits: Hosted by ⁠⁠Amplify Her Foundation⁠⁠ Executive produced by ⁠⁠Amplify Her Foundation⁠⁠ Produced by Jennifer Chernicky of ⁠⁠Hangar Studios⁠⁠ Post-production by Rich Cerbini and Max Solomon of ⁠⁠Hangar Studios⁠⁠ Artwork by ⁠⁠Indie184⁠
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    7 mins
  • Attorney General Letitia James: Fighting for Justice and Accountability

    Attorney General Letitia James: Fighting for Justice and Accountability
    Aug 26 2026
    In this episode of If She Can Make It Here New York State Attorney General Letitia James joins host Marti Speranza Wong for a candid conversation about representation and what it takes to create lasting change. Attorney General James reflects on the women and communities who shaped her path to public service, the fight for pay equity, the importance of enforcing workplace protections, and why women need to step into leadership before they feel completely ready. She also shares the personal moment that helped clarify her decision to run for Attorney General and the legacy she hopes to leave behind: fearless leadership rooted in service to others. The episode also features remarks from Attorney General Letitia James at Amplify Her Foundation’s launch in 2023, where she challenges women to use their voices, invest in the next generation, and turn opportunity into lasting progress. Credits: Hosted by ⁠⁠Amplify Her Foundation⁠⁠ Executive produced by ⁠⁠Amplify Her Foundation⁠⁠ Produced by Jennifer Chernicky of ⁠⁠Hangar Studios⁠⁠ Recorded by Jess Penzetta of ⁠⁠Hangar Studios⁠⁠ Post-production by Rich Cerbini and Max Solomon of ⁠⁠Hangar Studios⁠⁠ Artwork by ⁠⁠Indie184⁠
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    29 mins
  • Grantee Partner Spotlight: New Yorkers United for Childcare

    Grantee Partner Spotlight: New Yorkers United for Childcare
    Jul 30 2026
    What happens when one mom refuses to accept New York’s child care crisis? Rebecca Bailin, Founder and Executive Director of New Yorkers United for Childcare, built a 10,000-parent movement, helped save universal 3-K, and made child care a defining political issue in NYC's recent election. Hear how determined women are turning frustration into action and reshaping the future for working families. Credits: Hosted by Amplify Her Foundation Executive produced by Amplify Her Foundation Produced by Jennifer Chernicky of Hangar Studios Recorded by Jess Penzetta of Hangar Studios Post-production by Rich Cerbini and Max Solomon of Hangar Studios Artwork by Indie184
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    8 mins
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