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Episode 1 of Invisible Giants is focused on the work of Shawntan Howell and her organization, Girls are Powerful. This organization seeks to instill positive values into the lives of young girls in the Twin Cities community.

From her experience in a corporate position to her daughter’s experiences as a growing kid, Shawntan felt the need to create an organization that helps remind girls and women that they are unique, kind, determined, and beautiful. Her organization has helped shape the lives of many young girls in the Twin Cities, which certainly makes her one of Minnesota’s Invisible Giants.

Listen to learn more about her story and this amazing organization!