Stories tagged: "009 LOCAL PEOPLE"


Soul Survivors Ink founder Gina Jernukian removes a tattoo that was a branding mark from a survivor of human trafficking. The process includes brightening the skin in the inked area and camouflaging the mark. (Photo by Hunter Fore/Cronkite News)
Phoenix makeup artist helps sex trafficking victims remove ‘branding’ tattoos

A Phoenix makeup artist founded Soul Survivor Ink, a national nonprofit organization that helps survivors of human trafficking find providers near them who can cover, remove, and lighten branding tattoos.

'Thanksgiving Grandma' teams up with Airbnb to welcome strangers for the holiday
Arizona ‘Thanksgiving Grandma’ teams up with Airbnb to welcome strangers for the holiday

An Arizona woman who shared her Thanksgiving table seven years ago with a stranger she accidentally texted will be opening up her home again this year to two new strangers.

(Etienne Montes/Gamma-Rapho via Getty Images)
20 influential Indigenous Americans you may not know about

Backed by news articles and historical sources, Stacker compiled a list of 20 influential Indigenous Americans you might not know about.

Fabian Sandez spent his summers traveling from Mexico to California to learn everything he could about trades work from his stepfather. Now, he’s encouraging others to enter the trades. (Graphic by Francesca Daly)
An Arizona carpenter on how Biden’s policies are helping the middle class

Fabian Sandez spent his summers traveling from Mexico to California to learn everything he could about trades work from his stepfather. Now, he’s encouraging others to enter the trades.

Meet 6 Arizonans Who Wrangle Broncos, Rescue Coyotes, and Generally Go Wild
Meet 6 Arizonans Who Wrangle Broncos, Rescue Coyotes, and Generally Go Wild

They call it the “Wild West” for a reason. Meet 6 Arizonans who perform daring rescues, rope hot air balloons, and take adventure to the max.

Photo by Joel Zolondek / Jewish Community Relations Council of Greater Phoenix
Joining the Fight to Protect Human Rights

OPINION: During a time when rights for women and minorities are under attack, and with Jewish communities experiencing increased hate crimes, it's reassuring to know that I'm supported by the people around me. 

9 People Who Are Making a Difference in Arizona
9 People Who Are Making a Difference in Arizona

From a trio of teens making healthy food more accessible to an activist fighting for immigration rights, AZ is home to folks making an impact on their communities. Meet nine of them here.