GirlGI | Girl Gone International Issue 9 | Page 144

scared to normally discuss. The founders of Ladyfest Shanghai have worked hard for three years now to cultivate a community-based event dedicated to the core values of freedom of expression and femininity. Each of its co-founders speaks so openly to one another, sharing stories of when they first met and exchanging glances of respect and admiration. These are principles and actions that women everywhere should experience, especially as GGIs in a new city. Women need a tribe and I was fortunate enough to be in the presence of women who created their own. Right: Michelle Ibarra with Girl GI Community Managers Lana Duglis and Rebecca Macoskey in their custom GGI shirts at Ladyfest Below: Organisers of Ladyfest Shanghai.