Archives: Stories

Mom Voices

We’ve Come This Far: A Journey of Two Generations

JP Alumni Fellow Stasia Saunders shares the story of a trip with her daughter — and how her JP journey provided insight during a challenging moment.

JP Life, Mom Voices, Policy

Built by Moms, for Moms

Jeremiah Program alumni are advocating for public policy that works for all families.

Mom Voices, Policy

JP Alumni Fellow Story: Ebony Williams

JP Alumni Fellow Ebony Williams’ experiences helped shape her as an educator and as an advocate for more openness around mental health.

Mom Voices, Policy

JP Alumni Fellow Story: Kylie Schultz

JP Alumni Fellow Kylie Schultz firmly believes that owning and sharing our stories can help others and turn pain into something beautiful.

Leadership, Policy

Collectively, We Are the Cavalry

During chaos and stress, we tend to retreat inward. JP President and CEO Chastity Lord challenges us to do the opposite.

Mom Voices, Policy

JP Alumni Fellow Story: Cristina Guajardo

JP Alumni Fellow Cristina Guajardo is passionate about ensuring moms and their kids can thrive — including advancing affordable child care.

Mom Voices, Policy

JP Alumni Fellow Story: Marissa Rodriguez

Access to affordable, stable housing is a significant part of JP Alumni Fellow Marissa Rodriguez’s experience and a major point of her advocacy.

JP Life, Leadership

How One Vision Sparked a Movement

JP founder Michael O’Connell discusses the program’s beginnings and what excites him about the future.

Mom Voices, Policy

JP Alumni Fellow Story: Jill Heltemes

JP Alumni Fellow Jill Heltemes encourages moms to find their community because that support can make all the difference for their families.

JP Life, Mom Voices, Two Gen

No One Thrives Alone

JP Alumni Fellow Cristina Guajardo shares how community turned survival into joy — and why she’s paying it forward.