As a child who moved frequently, Jessica Shelley found comfort and stability at school. “It became my refuge, a place where I knew the expectations and could thrive,” the Gulfport resident recalls. “The constant encouragement my teachers gave is ultimately what inspired me to pursue a career in education so I could have the opportunity […]
The beginning of a new year is an ideal time to make a fresh start, whether we commit to getting organized, getting in better shape or generally taking better care of ourselves. Whatever we hope to accomplish in 2024, it starts with health of the mind, body and soul. If you are resolved to have […]
Gulf Coast Carnival Association QUEEN IXOLIB: Abigail Peyton Raworth (photo credit: James Edward Bates Photography) Krewe of Athena QUEEN OF THE KREWE OF ATHENA: Natalie Batia Krewe of Bonne Vivantes QUEEN OF BONNE VIVANTES: Elizabeth Crosby Drummond Krewe of Diamondhead MŌ’ĪWAHINE THE 49TH: Meg Damiens Krewe of Gemini QUEEN LEDA LIV: […]
You probably headed into this holiday season with the best of intentions. Perhaps you even made a list of Christmas-related tasks months ago, determined not to procrastinate. From shopping to decorating to keeping the kids entertained, you pledged that this year would be different. Fast-forward to December, and you’re panicking. Time got away from you, […]
We’re turning 25, and we can’t contain our excitement! We invite you to walk with us down memory lane as we revisit some of our favorite cover girls and check in with our treasured contributors and advertising partners. You’ll also meet the dedicated team behind GCW, who strive every day to encourage, uplift, celebrate and […]
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Much has changed at Gulf Coast Woman over the past 25 years, but our mission has remained constant: to empower, celebrate and inspire you, the amazing women of the Mississippi Gulf Coast. From our print magazine to our social media presence, we exist to showcase women from all walks of life, to inform, to entertain […]
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As we turn 25, we are grateful for the businesses and organizations large and small whose support allows us to fulfill our mission. Here’s what some of our longtime advertising partners had to say about their relationship with GCW: “Robin’s Nest in the Pass congratulates Dorothy Wilson and Gulf Coast Woman magazine on this wonderful […]
