Jenny JAM Transforms Negativity into Positivity

Tough times are always difficult to get through, but that does not stop singer-songwriter Jenny JAM from focusing on the positives. Whether dealing with personal struggles or helping to tackle third-world problems of health and poverty internationally and domestically, Jenny is motivated to overcome obstacles and take on the challenges at the heart. Rejecting negativity and adversity, she looks to empower the community and make positive changes across the globe through both her music and volunteer work. Please read our exclusive interview here to learn more!

SWAC: Influencer, zIssue 16, zIssue16Jejune ContributorNovember 20, 2019musician, music, activist, homeless, Humanitarian, Give back, Africa, singer, singer song writer, overcomingComment

Article22 Will Blow Your Mind With Their Peacebomb Collection!

It is designers like Article22 that really make me thankful for starting Jejune, which lets me be aware of and share with the world these amazing people! Article22 goes to Laos and takes the old bomb scrapinal from the Vietnam war and, while working with the local artisans, turns it into beautiful jewelry. They then sell this jewelry and help the communities in Laos come back from the incredible amount of damage this war had on it’s people. What a beautiful idea. I don’t think I need to say more. To learn more about Article22 and Peacebomb, please read our exclusive interview here with founder Elizabeth Suda.

Patrick Hinds and Gillian Pensavalle Are True Crime Obsessed

What is better than nerding out crime shows? Nerding out on funny crime shows! There is a reason why Drunk History and comedic news shows have become so popular. People want to learn, but why not make it fun! That’s exactly what Patrick Hinds and Gillian Pensavalle did with their podcast True Crime Obsessed! And to add a little glitter to the mix, unlike other crime shows, which focus on cis-heterosexual crime, these two cover a lot of LGBTQ+ issues. To learn more about this fascinating podcast, please read our exclusive interview here.

Articles, zIssue 16, zIssue16, Most PopularJejeune MagazineNovember 15, 2019crime, LGBTQ, LGBTQ+, LGBTQ rights, radio, Transgender, transgender rights, education, comedy, podcastComment

To [Period] Cup or Not to Cup By Marina Buksov

It’s the new fad for sustainability, for saving resources and ridding our planet of non-biodegradable (and blood-soaked) materials, one period and one woman at a time. While Thinkx and similar platforms has revolutionized period-absorbent underwear, period cups go a step further in satisfying your cyclical needs. Learn more here!

The Balance of Power By David Pratt

Impeachment! It is at the forefront of the media these days, but is it in Trump’s future?

Articles, zIssue16, zIssue 16David PrattNovember 11, 2019political, Government, our future, future, president, representativesComment

Beth Keeping Is Helping To Write Women Into The Future

Music is often seen as a universal and fluid language, but did you know that there is a lack of female representation as gender inequality continues to persist within the industry? Singer-songwriter Beth Keeping has been working to empower female voices and songwriters, not only through her music, but also through her initiative Write Like A Girl. As a passionate supporter of women in music, she looks to champion and encourage female artists on both a local and global level. To learn more about her work, please read our exclusive interview here!

Holly Chisolm Is Just Peachy

Mental illness and sobriety is something you have to take a day at a time. As anyone who suffers knows, you will have your good days and your less good days. Lucky for us, we have Holly Chisolm’s comic Just Peachy, to share in all those feelings with!

Art, zIssue 16, zIssue16Jejeune MagazineNovember 6, 2019mental health, Wellness, women, Art, #comics, empowering women, health, depression, feel goodComment

EDITORIAL - Got Jeans?

You may have guessed that Jejune is all about finding excuses to get creative with sustainable fashion! Check out our latest editorial, where we take an old classic and reworked it to have a modern feel! Vintage jeans!

You Are Not Alone: Noelle Chiodo's Message of Strength and Bravery

A voice for the hurt and a song for the broken-hearted; Noelle Chiodo graces Jejune, in part due to her tremendous strides towards positive social reform and her exceptional musical prowess. Her ballads, a unique juxtaposition of soulful melancholy and upbeat pop create an amalgamation emotional ebbs and flows. It is this inimitably authentic and intangible force that help makeup Noelle’s powerful identity. Singer-songwriter, domestic violence activist, Noelle does it all - seemingly a one woman army, however, she wants you all to know that you are not alone.

Art, zIssue 16, zIssue16Jejune ContributorNovember 1, 2019music, musician, #domesticviolence, empowering women, socially aware, women, Art, singerComment

Patti Negri Is A Good Witch

Happy Halloween! Or should I say Samhain, which is what us witches call Halloween. Samhain is the time of the year when the Pagans/Celts/Wiccans/etc. celebrate the New Year. Do you ever feel a little more tingly this time of the year? Learn about being a good witch from Patti Negri here!

Articles, zIssue 16, zIssue16, Most PopularKira BuccaOctober 30, 2019Give back, magic, witch, Holidays, engery, religion, psychicComment

Brooke Lewis Is The Scream Queen And So Much More!

It is rare when you meet someone who does all the things and with so much passion. Brooke Lewis is one of these people. Not only is she an amazing actress, put together her own show, was a dating coach, wrote a book, but she is very active in a ton of different humanitarian causes! Please click here to learn about this incredible woman!

Penelope Robin Sings for Mother Nature

Amassing over 11 million views on YouTube and a combined following of over 100,000 across Instagram and TicTok, it is safe to say singer-songwriter Penelope Robin is making her name known throughout the internet. Despite her young age and early rise to fame, Penelope exudes an aura of maturity and poise while discussing her role in spreading awareness to social and environmental issues. Penelope is a passionate animal rights activist and autism awareness advocate - just to name a few. To learn more about Penelope and her work, please read further in our exclusive interview here.

WodBottom, Empowering Your Booty!

As a woman who works out, well, lets just say a lot, and is in fashion, the boring gym clothes get old really fast! I need something with personally, creativity, will make my butt look good, and if it has a few unicorns, that’s an added bonus! This is how I came across WodBottom, but what I didn’t know is that WodBottom does all those things and is a huge advocate for domestic violence victims. What a beautiful mix. Females in fitness getting stronger, which in turn gives them confidence, helping to fight domestic violence. It is perfect! To learn more about WodBottom, please read Jejune’s exclusive interview here.

SWAC: Fashion, zIssue 16, zIssue16Kira BuccaOctober 23, 2019fashion, fitness, domestic violence, give back, weight lifting, Cross Fit, Wellness, pole dancers, poleComment

Clothes Swap Parties for Fashion and Sustainability By Marina Buksov

When Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants meets Marie Kondo method, what do you get? I daresay this is one of those things where you get to eat your cake and have it too. I’m talking about cleaning out your closet and simultaneously getting new items for the newly-created space in your wardrobe. I introduce you to: clothes swapping parties with your friends.

Articles, zIssue16, zIssue 16Dr. Marina BuksovOctober 21, 2019sustainable fashion, sustainable, eco friendly, thrifty, community, friendship, fashion, womenComment

The Art & Social Activism Festival Will Leave You Inspired!

If you are like me, you are always on the lookout for new inspiration, and that often comes from new art and artists! So, it was a complete gem to visit the Art & Social Activism Festival (at 32 Orchard Street NYC). Not only are there many talented artists, but all of them are socially aware! You must go see this festival before it closes this Sunday! To learn more, please read our exclusive interview with the director Nicholas Cohn here.

Art, zIssue16, zIssue 16, Most PopularJejeune MagazineOctober 18, 2019art, socially aware, paintings, photography, knit, festival, event, NYCComment

COVER: Daniella Monet Helps The World Be Cruelty-Free

In a time when the world can seem so cruel, Daniella Monet is bringing in life in more ways than one! This talented actress and singer isn’t letting motherhood slow her down when it comes to helping save the planet and animals. As a passionate vegan and animal rights activist since the age of five, she is not only a huge voice for the movement, but she will help you get there with her three vegan business ventures! To learn more, please read Jejune’s exclusive interview here.