As advocates and community members, we prioritize stories that amplify women’s voices and highlight critical issues. From books to podcasts, Women’s Fund recommends a curated list of must-read, must-watch, and must-listen resources that shed light on the experiences, challenges, and triumphs of women and girls.

The mental health crisis facing Black girls in Indiana is shaped by systemic bias, cultural mistrust, and limited access to culturally competent care—challenges that demand early intervention, family-inclusive support, and a community-wide commitment to equity and healing.

As mental health challenges continue to disproportionately impact women and girls in Central Indiana, especially post-pandemic, the Women’s Fund calls for urgent, collective action to ensure mental health care is accessible, equitable, and recognized as a fundamental right—not a privilege.

Mother’s Day reflects the diverse and powerful ways we experience motherhood—from justice-impacted moms and stepmothers to daughters and even devoted dog moms—each story a testament to love, resilience, and the many forms family can take.