May I Smile

Addis

"Purpose and individual growth make me happy. I'm most happy when creating and giving to those I love most. My goal in life is to consistently challenge myself, learn, and have a better understanding of why I'm here and how I can move people to see the beauty in life. Life is beautiful, and it's so much better when you're able to experience it whole." #SmileADay

Telia

"Being surrounded by wonderful, confident and outstanding women makes me happy. Being around these types of people help build that confidence and self-love. I feel like that's what you see shine through any of the photos that have been taking of me." #SmileADay

Michelle

"Currently being alone makes me happy. I’m learning a lot about and by myself." #SmileADay

AnJu

"Live performance makes me happy. Theater, being in the band, dancing, recitals — there is so much energy and emotion that transpire in a performance. I like to see that and experience that all the time." #SmileADay

Kenya

"Doing things that I’m passionate about with the people I love, being outside, being by the water, going to dope event with dope people, living my best life – all of it makes me happy. It feels my soul up. It makes me feel whole." #SmileADay

Destiny

"Getting a good mix of people together in a group setting where we can share a meal, watch a movie, not having to feel pressured to do anything makes me happy. Being around people like that allows me to be myself and that makes me happy." #SmileADay

Lloryn

"Good times with good friends makes me happy. Being able to laugh and having good conversations are really important to me." #SmileADay

Lia

"Working with youth makes me happy. Everyday I get the chance to learn from the worlds of the next generation. My goal in life is to lift the voices of the voiceless by creating a safe and loving community that promotes love and happiness. I smile and am able to do this work because I am loved by a strong village of women. These women are my mirror. They encourage me to see myself as a phenomenal force. I will also work towards my goals in inspiring the next generation because I know people believe in me and that makes me believe in myself. That makes happy." #SmileADay