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.

SEIMONE AUGUSTUS

Number 33 on the WNBA franchise Minnesota Lynx, Seimone Augustus was featured on the cover of Sports Illustrated for Women when she was only 14, under the headline, “Is she the next Michael Jordan?” During her time at Louisiana State University, Augustus was the two-time Consensus National Player of the Year, and delivered NCAA record-breaking scores. In 2006, she was the number one pick in the WNBA draft and named Rookie of the Year, All-Star and All-WNBA. She won a gold medal at the 2008 Olympics in Beijing as part of the U.S. Women’s Basketball Team. Of what she finds most personally rewarding, Augustus says, “I get to travel around the world, enjoy different cultures, experience different things and people; most importantly, I get to have a positive impact on others’ lives and, at the same time, continue to help the WNBA rise to new heights and gain the respect that we deserve.” –CM

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