OUR MISSION
Our organization works in support of HeForShe, whose mission statement is as follows:
"The world is at a turning point. People everywhere understand and support the idea of gender equality. They know it’s not just a women’s issue, it’s a human rights issue. And when these powerful voices are heard, they will change the world. The time for that change is now.
HeForShe is inviting people around the world to stand together to create a bold, visible force for gender equality. And it starts by taking action right now to create a gender equal world."
OUR HISTORY
HeForShe was introduced to the world in 2014 by UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-Moon and popular UN Global Goodwill Ambassador Emma Watson. HeForShe is a global campaign "providing a systematic approach and targeted platform through which men and boys become agents of change for the achievement of gender equality."
Our OSU chapter was introduced to campus in 2016. As a club, we aim to educate, unify, and promote ideas of intersectional feminism on our campus as well as raising funds and donating to disadvantaged peoples.
'22-'23 EXEC BOARD
President
Erin Litzler
"My name is Erin! I'm a fourth year marketing major, and I am this year's president for HeForShe. I joined HFS when I transferred to OSU for my sophomore year because I wanted to get involved in a club that supports and talks about the issues that I am passionate about. I have learned so much in this club, and I love the friendships I've formed through it. My favorite HFS memory is definitely the Aggie Fund Gala last year."​
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Vice President
Hayley is a fourth year marketing major and psychology minor, and she is this year's HeForShe vice president.
"I joined HeForShe my freshman year because I was very interested in feminism, and after that first meeting, I knew I was hooked! I felt so welcome and supported by everyone I met and knew I had found a new family on campus!"
Hayley Durbak
Shayla is this year's HeForShe secretary. She is a third year double major in psychology and criminology.
"I joined HFS originally because my high school friend Maddi was in the club but really enjoyed learning and discussing new things in a fun, comfortable setting."
Secretary
Shayla Sanger
Treasurer
Janvi Mukka
Janvi is HeForShe's treasurer. She is a fourth year majoring in industrial and systems engineering and minoring in studio arts. Janvi joined because her friend Lauren told her about it, and she thought it sounded like a really great club!
"I stayed because I enjoyed the community, all I've learned, the impact, and I've loved being a part of some of the events HeForShe has put on. My favorites have been Femfest and the poetry slam for Sexual Assault Awareness Month."
Design Chair
Teagan Littrell
Teagan is our design chair. She is a fourth year Neuroscience pre-med student.
"I joined HeForShe after seeing the support the club raises for important women-related causes. I like HeForShe because it's a family. There is so much love and support between each member and it really feels like you're part of a welcoming community."
Marisa Weister
Our Communications Chair for the '22-'23 school year is Marisa!
"I'm Marisa Weister! I'm a fourth year majoring in Criminology and minoring in Political Science. I joined HeForShe because I always envisioned trying to help women throughout their career I'm striving towards. HeForShe gives me the opportunity to have open discussions with others who have a similar passion while also allowing us to help those who are marginalized!"
Comm. Chair
VP of Events
Lauren Norden
Lauren is our VP of events for the 2022-2023 school year. She is a fourth-year, first-generation student from Sylvania, Ohio majoring in Molecular Genetics and minoring in American Sign Language.
"I joined HFS during my first semester at OSU. I remember being a nerdy little freshman and prepping for the involvement fair by reading through and researching all the clubs beforehand. I was hanging out with our my roommate (our current Madame Vice President, Hayley) and together we narrowed down the orgs. we wanted to check out, one of which was HeForShe. The free pins and talking to Lizzy (our past President) pulled me in and the rest is history!"
Emma Keysor
"Hi, I'm Emma, and I'm a fourth year marketing major. I'm a general exec. member of HeForShe, and I also help update our website! I joined HeForShe last year because I love learning about and discussing feminism. HeForShe is a great club because we don't only focus on one issue; we focus on intersectionality and the importance of gender equality. It really helps open the discussion up to people of all genders, races, sexualities, etc. I really value and love all the friends I've met through this club!
Gen. Exec