My passion to nurture girls began with the birth of my first daughter, 25 years ago - and has been my life’s work ever since. Countless girls have become “daughters of my heart” through their involvement in Ragamuffin Theatre & Company, a non-profit organization dedicated to providing quality artistic training while inspiring girls to live extraordinary lives. As Founder and Director, my vision to
raise up “world changers” has meant 13 years of pouring into the lives of girls who wanted to be more than just pretty or popular - they were girls who wanted to be purposeful. StoNes is their chance to give voice to the truth - as actors, poets, film makers, and songwriters - and give back to a generation of girls drowning in a sea of turmoil and confusion. They understand first hand the difficulty in holding onto their true selves while navigating the emotional storms of adolescence. These young artists have spent years honing their skills as performers in order to effectively communicate a message worth sharing. Yet beyond exposing the problem, Stones takes the matter further by helping girls discover their own unique preciousness as well as the value of others, a place where true healing takes root.
-- Kathleen Whittaker
