Inspired By: Community

In this insightful episode of Inspired, Sofie sits down with Mehgan Yen to explore her journey from the culturally rich San Gabriel Valley to the heart of Colorado. Mehgan shares her story of embracing her Asian American identity, finding her cultural roots in Taiwan, and taking a leap of faith for love. As a co-founder of Asian Girls Ignite, Mehgan reveals the empowering work of supporting middle and high school students in embracing their identities and building a stronger community. Tune in to hear about the transformative power of self-discovery, cultural connection, and creating spaces for future generations to shine.

Asian Girls Ignite is a Colorado-based nonprofit that empowers Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) girls and gender-expansive youth through mentorship, storytelling, and community-building programs. Learn more: https://www.asiangirlsignite.org/

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