Annika Konrad, Wisconsin Council of the Blind & Visually Impaired
A PhD student and writer, Annika Konrad partnered with the Wisconsin Council of the Blind & Visually Impaired (WCBVI) to launch “The Outlook from Here,” a blog dedicated to sharing stories of living with blindness, visual impairment, or disability. In addition to her contributions to the blog, Annika also volunteers on WCBVI’s board of directors and several committees.
For more information about WCBVI or to volunteer, visit www.wcblind.org/ or call 608-255-1166.
Photo Credit: Kristine Ross
Dija Manly, Rape Crisis Center
An advocate for the most marginalized and vulnerable among us, Dija Manly’s work with the Rape Crisis Center (RCC) is truly beyond her years. She began volunteering with RCC her freshman year of high school, most notably serving on the RCC youth advisory board, GameChangers. Her knowledge and drive haVE made her an inspiring leader in our community.
For more information about Rape Crisis Center or to volunteer, visit www.danecountyrcc.org or call 608-251-5126.
Photo Credit: John Urban
