by Hélène | Oct 22, 2020 | Next Act for Women
Lynn’s life has been marked by many reinventions so it was no surprise that after retirement, she took up painting, became a prolific artist, and came up with the idea to give her paintings, one by one, to individuals willing to donate $25 or more to a non-profit of... by Hélène | Oct 5, 2020 | Next Act for Women
Since I was featured in Next Act for Women five years ago, my life has changed significantly both personally and professionally. Some changes were anticipated, like turning 50, my twins going off to college, and having the flexibility to travel more. Others have been... by Hélène | Sep 10, 2019 | Purpose Stories
What is your life’s purpose? To spread light and truth in a beautiful way that changes lives. How are you living your purpose? I am a novelist, an international aid worker and a mother to two young children, so I feel that I am fulfilling my purpose in a number of... by Hélène | Oct 9, 2017 | Next Act for Women
When Helen hit midlife, she felt the need to contribute more and to expose her children to real-world issues. After volunteering for RefugeeOne, she accepted a full-time position overseeing many refugee programs for this Chicago nonprofit. Tell us a little about... by Hélène | May 8, 2017 | Next Act for Women
After a long career in fundraising, a move, and a divorce, Janet made her dream of joining the Peace Corps come true. She writes about leaving everything behind to move to Kazakhstan with her new husband, in her memoir: At Home on the Kazakh Steppe. Tell...