100 Women We Love

100 Women We Love 2011

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The 100 Women We Love – out artists, elected officials, business leaders, athletes, community activists – are role models for us all. Many are up-and-coming movers and shakers; some are at the zenith of their careers. Some of their achievements change our world and, just as importantly, others improve the world’s perception of out women. They all strive tirelessly to increase our visibility and continue our incredible progress toward equality and justice.

We proudly present the class of 2011, in random order, so each gets her well-deserved turn in the spotlight.

LAKISHA HOFFMAN

A TV personality, graduate student, basketball coach and passionate advocate for the underserved youth of inner-city New York, LaKisha Hoffman (left) made national headlines when she and her sister, Jennifer (right), crossed the finish line to a resounding win this year on CBS’s award-winning reality show The Amazing Race: Unfinished Business. Through both her career as a social worker and her public appearances, Hoffman hopes to inspire at-risk teenagers to channel their drive and passion into education and sports. “When I think about African-American women in the spotlight, it’s a very limited list, and I think it’s very important for all children to have role models,” Hoffman tells GO. “If I can help teenagers and adolescents come to terms with their sexuality, if I can be a role model for them, that would be something I would really enjoy doing.” –CM

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