‘inRegister’: Women with a cause

The stories flash by in a blur on the nightly news. War. Poverty. Disease. For many people, that’s just where these problems remain: safely removed from real life by the protection of a glowing screen. But the nine women inRegister spotlights as the this year’s “Women with a Cause” have chosen to become a part of the story—to get their hands dirty and to help create some good news for a change. For many of these inspiring individuals, the call to contribute came from situations close to home: from the grief of losing a child to cancer, from the struggles to care for a spouse with Alzheimer’s. Others felt drawn to helping those who could not help themselves. Whatever the reason, each woman responded by taking the first step toward improving lives, improving our community and, yes, even improving our world. Even fast-paced careers and busy families haven’t slowed down these ladies’ charitable efforts. They all agree that anyone can make a difference. Says honoree Rachel Rackley Howell: “Do not be afraid of something just because you believe it will be hard or that you will fail. We are all called to do our part, no matter how big or small. … And the rewards are more than you can imagine!” Check out the complete cover package in the new issue of inRegister, which includes extensive profiles and videos of all of the 2012 “Women with a Cause,” here.