In the final episode of Beyond Her Campus, host Julianne welcomes Larissa May, founder and executive director of the nonprofit #HalftheStory. Larissa shares her journey from being a fashion blogger for the Her Campus Chapter at Vanderbilt University to becoming a leader in digital wellness advocacy. They discuss her early experiences in fashion and marketing, the challenges she faced with social media's impact on her well-being, and how these experiences inspired her to create #HalftheStory.
Larissa emphasizes the importance of storytelling and authenticity in creating meaningful impact and reflects on the challenges and rewards of founding a nonprofit. The conversation also delves into the importance of digital wellness and practical tips for cultivating a mindful relationship with technology, which listeners will find inspiring and actionable.
Larissa also shares personal anecdotes, such as early morning moments in college and major milestones like #HalftheStory’s 10-year anniversary, the passing of the Kids Online Safety and Privacy Act, and partnerships with Oprah, Melinda Gates, and Meghan Markle, illustrating the depth of her journey and commitment to her cause.