A small gold plain cross was passed down from my grandma to my mom, then to me, and now to my daughter. It is always nice to own something that connects you to the women who made it possible for you to exist.

Children with healthy mothers are much more likely to survive childhood, attend school and live healthy, productive lives.

Creative new health strategies like micro-insurance for poor people or Kangaroo care for pre-term babies are transforming health outcomes in even the most low-resource settings. Dedication and innovation are transforming health care worldwide.

I never thought modeling would become my career. I thought it was something I'd do to pay my way through college.

A small gold plain cross was passed down from my grandma to my mom, then to me, and now to my daughter. It is always nice to own something that connects you to the women who made it possible for you to exist.

I can contribute, be valuable and grow in many ways, since my interests are so varied. That is very satisfying.

When countries commit to protecting vulnerable lives, they should receive support from those who can provide it in order to make their programs a success.