Who We Are
Femme Resistance is an opportunity to reclaim a sense of hope and optimism in a world that feels like it’s unravelling at the seams. Using often maligned and undervalued feminine virtues, we seek to elevate people and institutions who resist the brokenness in our society. We will use our voices and our talents to diminish fear and embolden action. We will focus on the possibility while acknowledging reality.
Femme Resistance Tennets
We fight the patriarchy for the benefit of all people.
We embrace hope as a radical act of resistance.
No action taken is small or unimportant when working for the greater good.
We must care for ourselves if we are to fight for others.
I’m Sam
The youngest grandchild of a local community organizer and activist, I was raised to recognize the vast power that can be harnessed through collective engagement and shared purpose.
A communications professional, veteran, and advocate, I am deeply committed to work that promotes social justice initiatives and inspires equitable community advancement, holding over a decade of professional and military experience.
The mother of two young daughters, and the spouse of a military service member and lawyer, I work everyday in honor of their futures and in recognition of our world’s imperfections.
Through Femme Resistance, I hope to uplift the voices, stories, and experiences of those who commit radical acts of love, kindness, and empathy as means to resist the power structures that seek to drive a narrative of fear and distrust.
I’m Amy
I am an entrepreneur, advocate, and changemaker with a decade of experience in the nutrition and nonprofit sectors.
As a military spouse and devoted mother of girls, I understand the power of resilience, community, and action. Guided by the belief that hope is a radical act of resistance, I have dedicated my time, energy and efforts to uplifting others—whether through nourishing bodies, strengthening organizations, or fighting for a more just and compassionate world.
I believe that femininity and motherhood are powerful forces. Forces that posses the power to heal and transform. Through a radical acceptance and nurturance of these forces, we can foster a better future for all.
Through Femme Resistance, I hope to champions the undervalued virtues of care, courage, and optimism, working to leave the world better than I found it.
Femme Resistance is not about redefining "femme" or "resistance". We honor the strength already inherent in these words while creating space for all people to find power in femininity—whether in softness or strength, care or courage, defiance or hope. Our goal is not to take away from existing identities but to offer a place where anyone who resists injustice can feel emboldened by the often-overlooked virtues that sustain movements and create lasting change.