On January 31, 2019, I attended the 4th Annual MakeChange Awards at the Skirball Cultural Center, celebrating organizations and leaders advancing social impact, innovation, and community change.

The year’s theme, Speaking Truth to Power: How to Be Values Driven in Your Purpose and Be Bold, coincided with Notorious RBG: The Life and Times of Ruth Bader Ginsburg, an exhibition honoring the legacy of Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg and her influence on equity, advocacy, and civic participation.

One of her reminders remains relevant across sectors:

“Fight for the things that you care about, but do it in a way that will lead others to join you,”~ Ruth Bader Ginsburg

The conversations centered on leadership, courage, and what it means to remain grounded in values while advancing change.

Progress rarely happens through one voice alone. Sustainable impact often depends on building coalitions, inviting participation, and creating pathways for others to contribute.