Bolder Way Forward for Utah

Utah County

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Utah County is noted for its stunning natural landscapes, including the iconic Wasatch Mountains and Utah Lake. Renowned for its strong community spirit and volunteerism, the county also houses two of the state's largest universities and boasts a thriving arts scene. A strong entrepreneurial climate abounds throughout the county and a booming tech hub can be found at Silicon Slopes and the upcoming “The Point” complex. Because grassroots engagement is key to making long-term societal change in the initiative A Bolder Way Forward (BWF), the Utah County Leaders amplify research-based efforts and bring the BWF message to every city, town, business, neighborhood, and family.  Since the “whole is greater than the sum of the parts,” we look at individuals and organizations currently doing the work in each area of focus (spoke) and elevate existing efforts. By lifting women and girls, we lift all residents.

When we understand the data, in addition to listening and responding to concerns regarding the needs of girls and women in Utah County, we will be better able to change harmful or ineffective policies and programs, continue effective action, support effective leaders, identify and solve local problems, and create responsive initiatives for Utah families.


Key Resources

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County Survey Data

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County Think Tank

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Spoke Resources

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County Leaders

Karen Hill

Karen Hill

Grassroots Community Activist
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After decades of philanthropy work, Karen remains a passionate community volunteer. She obtained a master’s degree as an older adult and hopes to inspire other women to obtain their dreams. She enjoys her backyard food forest and pickleball.

Klea Harris

Klea Harris

Founding Attorney, Angel Advocates, PLLC
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Klea Harris, JD, CFWA, CFBA, the founding attorney of Angel Advocates, PLLC, is a national leader in values-based, heart-centered estate planning. She is known for integrating legal strategy with family dynamics—an approach she describes as “where law meets love.”

 

 

 

 

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Community Partners

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Introducing Tomorrow logo
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Utah State University Extension
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