Kimberly-Sue Murray Is An Unapologetic Environmentalist

On Netflix’s V-WARS, Kimberly-Sue Murray plays an aggressive Vampire with chaotic origins. Her character, Danika Dubov exudes power and feminine strength - especially when she gives into her vampiric instincts. Comparatively so, Murray displays her strength and passion through her advocacy and works in support of environmentalism.

V-WARS overarching plot tackles heavy real world issues, metaphorically, such as climate change in the form of a vampire apocalypse. Coincidentally, Murray is a huge climate change and wild life preservation advocate. She works with organizations such as CN Tower Climb for Nature and World Wildlife Fund (WWF) every year.

Please click here to learn more about Kimberly-Sue Murray and her work.

Valery Ortiz: The Language And Heritage Of The Puerto Rican Experience

Fresh off the back of her new Disney Channel show, “Gabby Duran and the Unsittables”, Valery Ortiz released her new children’s book ‘COQUÍ’. COQUÍ explores and celebrates themes of diversity and inclusion; conflating concepts of her real life experiences personified.

With Valery’s Puerto Rican heritage at the forefront, she promotes the celebration of individualism and self love. Varley’s notable works don’t stop there. She is also active with the Los Angeles Children’s Hospital and Special Needs Network, Inc. for Autistic Kids. To learn more about Valery Ortiz and her work, please read our exclusive interview here.

Shame On You

If you don’t know about Jordan Power’s podcast, then Shame On You! Shame On You is a raw, honest, hilarious, and very gay, podcast that Jordan co-hosts with his best friend Brad Price. You can expect to hear about all the fun drama in their lives, don’t worry there is a plethora, but also feel empowered about embracing yourself as these two have learned to do. To learn more, please read our exclusive interview here.

SWAC: Influencer, zIssue 18Jejeune MagazineDecember 20, 2019podcast, radio, LGBTQ+, love is love, lgbtq, LGBTQ, LGBTQ rights, love yourself, #loveyourselfComment

Healthy Kitchen Gadgets, 3 Part Video Series - By Marina Buksov and Nataliya Ostrovskaya - Part 1: Essential Kitchen Gadgets for Healthy Cooking

Are you looking to set up or revamp your kitchen for the holidays? Wonderful! Marina Buksov and Nataliya Ostrovskaya are full of great ideas in their three part partnership with Jejune! Check out our first video, Essential Kitchen Gadgets, here.

Wellness, zIssue 18Dr. Marina BuksovDecember 18, 2019health, food, Wellness, kitchen, video, #video, eat healthyComment

COVER - Meagan Tandy - Crow Talk / Girl Talk

Meagan Tandy is paving roads and opening doors for others on and off the screen. CW’s Batwoman is not just another superhero show. With one of CW’s most diverse casts, they are also exploring LGBTQ+ rights and sexual fluidity. Yes, it is a big deal that Batwoman is a lesbian, trust me we are all super excited to have a Ruby Rose Batwoman, but Sophie Moore’s character is also a first. Off the screen Meagan is also a hero, with her foundation Girl Talk and Empire Girls, which empowers young women. To learn more, click here!

Karima Francis Sings From Her Soul For The Homeless

As you maybe aware, there is a massive homeless crisis in the United States, but it really smacks you in the face in LA. LA has Tent Cities and Skid Row, but the problem does not seem to be getting better. Is this why Karima Francis’s song “Shelf Life”, which is about the LA homeless crisis and follows around a homeless man in the beautifully shot video is so powerful. Her soulful heartfelt melodies of introspection explores the perfect combination of laid back west coat with sultry purpose. To learn more, please read our exclusive interview here with Karima.

Art, zIssue 17Jejune ContributorDecember 13, 2019music, singer song writer, singer, #singer, #song, homeless, activism, #positivityComment

Karen Strassman Is A Voice For The Homeless and Trafficked

Actress and voice actress, Karen Strassman, uses her voice for good and evil on the screen, but entirely for good offscreen, as she works with and advocates for homeless and human trafficked youth in Los Angeles. To learn more about this passionate woman and her powerful work, please read our exclusive interview here.

SWAC: Influencer, zIssue 17Jejune ContributorDecember 11, 2019actress, #actress, homeless, activist, activism, Actor, human rights, socially aware, Art, art, artist, #artistComment

Haven Is Healing Through Music

Pop artist Haven defies the constraints of her struggle with Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS), as she creates music embracing those moments of weakness, strength, and the often times chaotic emotions associated with love and heartbreak. In addition to Haven being a potent singer, she is heavily involved organizations making strides in childhood cancer research. Please read our exclusive interview here to learn about Haven’s music journey and upcoming projects.

SWAC: Influencer, zIssue 17Jejune ContributorDecember 9, 2019music, musician, cancer, cancer survivor, #cancer, singer, singer song writer, #singerComment

Walk In Your Purpose - By Chi Ilochi

Purpose (noun) : The reason for which something is done or created or for which something exists. Do you know what your purpose is?

Joyce Penas Pilarsky Uses Her Fashion To Help Blossom A New Future For Others

Joyce Penas Pilarsky’s beautiful designs give her the power to help transform orphan children’s lives. To learn more, please click here.

SWAC: Fashion, zIssue 17Jejune ContributorDecember 2, 2019fashion, Give back, socially aware, flowers, runway, educationComment

Smart & Sustainable Holiday Gift Guide, Plus Bonus DIY Ideas By Marina Buksov

Worried about the upcoming gift-giving holiday season? Frazzled about hitting the gift-mark without breaking the bank? Just like in O. Henry’s classic tale, “The Gift of the Magi,” the art of gift-giving can be tragically ironic even when the giver’s heart is in the right place. But have no fear, I’m here to guide you how to be generous with your gifts while being thoughtful, sustainable and frugal (in a good way!).

Articles, Most Popular, zIssue 17Dr. Marina BuksovNovember 29, 2019Holidays, Christmas, environment, Eco-Friendly, sustainable, recycleComment

PI3RCE Is More Than Just About Pink

Meet PI3RCE: artist, fashion blogger AND charity donor to patients suffering brain cancer. When I first came across PI3RCE, I was initially surprised by her cheery obsessions with pink and kawaii-inspired styles. But her inspirations and creativity penetrate deeper. As a survivor of brain injury herself, Pi3rce opens up about her personal experiences, style inspirations as well as her perspective on the influence of social media today. To learn more, please read our exclusive interview here!

SWAC: Influencer, zIssue 17, Most PopularJejune ContributorNovember 25, 2019music, singer song writer, Give back, pink, trauma, fashion, vintageComment

COVER - Alysia Reiner Is Sustainably Chic

Alysia Reiner is so much more than a warden in Orange Is The New Black, as a typical New Yorker, she does it all: influential actress, activist, producer, eco-momma, sustainable designer, feminist, and so much more! To learn more about her and she our 100% sustainable glamours cover editorial, please click here!

Jenny JAM Transforms Negativity into Positivity

Tough times are always difficult to get through, but that does not stop singer-songwriter Jenny JAM from focusing on the positives. Whether dealing with personal struggles or helping to tackle third-world problems of health and poverty internationally and domestically, Jenny is motivated to overcome obstacles and take on the challenges at the heart. Rejecting negativity and adversity, she looks to empower the community and make positive changes across the globe through both her music and volunteer work. Please read our exclusive interview here to learn more!

SWAC: Influencer, zIssue 16, zIssue16Jejune ContributorNovember 20, 2019musician, music, activist, homeless, Humanitarian, Give back, Africa, singer, singer song writer, overcomingComment

Article22 Will Blow Your Mind With Their Peacebomb Collection!

It is designers like Article22 that really make me thankful for starting Jejune, which lets me be aware of and share with the world these amazing people! Article22 goes to Laos and takes the old bomb scrapinal from the Vietnam war and, while working with the local artisans, turns it into beautiful jewelry. They then sell this jewelry and help the communities in Laos come back from the incredible amount of damage this war had on it’s people. What a beautiful idea. I don’t think I need to say more. To learn more about Article22 and Peacebomb, please read our exclusive interview here with founder Elizabeth Suda.

Patrick Hinds and Gillian Pensavalle Are True Crime Obsessed

What is better than nerding out crime shows? Nerding out on funny crime shows! There is a reason why Drunk History and comedic news shows have become so popular. People want to learn, but why not make it fun! That’s exactly what Patrick Hinds and Gillian Pensavalle did with their podcast True Crime Obsessed! And to add a little glitter to the mix, unlike other crime shows, which focus on cis-heterosexual crime, these two cover a lot of LGBTQ+ issues. To learn more about this fascinating podcast, please read our exclusive interview here.

Articles, zIssue 16, zIssue16, Most PopularJejeune MagazineNovember 15, 2019crime, LGBTQ, LGBTQ+, LGBTQ rights, radio, Transgender, transgender rights, education, comedy, podcastComment

To [Period] Cup or Not to Cup By Marina Buksov

It’s the new fad for sustainability, for saving resources and ridding our planet of non-biodegradable (and blood-soaked) materials, one period and one woman at a time. While Thinkx and similar platforms has revolutionized period-absorbent underwear, period cups go a step further in satisfying your cyclical needs. Learn more here!

The Balance of Power By David Pratt

Impeachment! It is at the forefront of the media these days, but is it in Trump’s future?

Articles, zIssue16, zIssue 16David PrattNovember 11, 2019political, Government, our future, future, president, representativesComment

Beth Keeping Is Helping To Write Women Into The Future

Music is often seen as a universal and fluid language, but did you know that there is a lack of female representation as gender inequality continues to persist within the industry? Singer-songwriter Beth Keeping has been working to empower female voices and songwriters, not only through her music, but also through her initiative Write Like A Girl. As a passionate supporter of women in music, she looks to champion and encourage female artists on both a local and global level. To learn more about her work, please read our exclusive interview here!

Holly Chisolm Is Just Peachy

Mental illness and sobriety is something you have to take a day at a time. As anyone who suffers knows, you will have your good days and your less good days. Lucky for us, we have Holly Chisolm’s comic Just Peachy, to share in all those feelings with!

Art, zIssue 16, zIssue16Jejeune MagazineNovember 6, 2019mental health, Wellness, women, Art, #comics, empowering women, health, depression, feel goodComment