The She Rises Movement™ Presents
Iconic Impact™ When One Woman Rises…Generations Rise.
Our mission is simple: to help girls rise up. We create opportunities for girls to build confidence, resilience, self-belief, and leadership skills so they can lead boldly, pursue their purpose with confidence, and become the women they were created to be.
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The Heart of the She Rises Movement
Our mission is simple: to help girls rise up.
We believe every girl deserves the opportunity to discover her strengths, believe in her potential, and build the confidence to pursue her purpose.
Because when a girl believes in herself, everything changes.
That's why we created ICONIC Impact™.
As the humanitarian arm of the She Rises Movement™, we create opportunities for women and girls through leadership development, mentorship, education, scholarships, humanitarian outreach, and community partnerships.
We don't believe in rescuing people.
We believe in walking alongside them — equipping them with the tools, support, and opportunities to lead boldly, pursue their purpose with confidence, and become the women they were created to be.
When a girl believes in herself…
- She speaks up instead of staying silent.
- She leads instead of following.
- She dreams bigger.
- She breaks cycles.
- She changes her future — and the future of generations to come.
When one woman rises…
generations rise.
As Seen On
Our Impact So Far
The Impact Is Already Happening.
ICONIC Impact™ officially launches in 2027 — but the movement is already in motion.
In Partnership With
Kenya · Humanitarian Tour 2026
The movement, in motion.
Every photograph is a moment of partnership — women, girls, and communities rising alongside each other. Click any image to view full-size.
Ready to Become Part of the
A Movement.
The She Rises Movement was born from one simple belief: every woman and every girl deserves the opportunity to rise.
Not everyone begins life with the same opportunities, encouragement, or support. Yet we believe confidence can be built, leadership can be developed, and lives can be transformed when women are given the tools, mentorship, and opportunities to grow.
That's why we created the She Rises Movement.
We're building a global community of women who believe that when we invest in one another, we create lasting change — not just for individuals, but for families, communities, and future generations.
Through leadership, education, mentorship, humanitarian outreach, scholarships, and service, we're creating opportunities for women and girls to discover their potential, pursue their purpose with confidence, and lead lives of impact.
Because when one woman rises, she inspires another.
And when enough women rise together, we change the world.
There's a Place for You Here
Whether you're a mentor, educator, entrepreneur, leader, advocate, or simply someone who believes every girl deserves the opportunity to thrive — there's a place for you here.
- Together we'll learn.
- Together we'll lead.
- Together we'll serve.
- Together, we'll help women and girls rise.
Because together… we rise.
Together, we'll learn. Together, we'll lead. Together, we'll serve.
Together, we'll help women and girls rise.
Checkout the ProgramsThe Journey · 2023 → 2026
Every frame, a life being changed.
Voices of the Movement
In the words of the women, girls, and leaders we walk beside.
Someone believed in me first. That is what changed everything. Now I get to be the person who believes in the girls coming up behind me.
A Program Alumna
Rise Up! Youth Leadership Camps
VOICE-1 · swapThis work is not charity. It is partnership. When women walk alongside women, whole communities are lifted — not saved. That difference matters.
A Community Partner
Kenya Humanitarian Tour
VOICE-2 · swapBeing part of the ICONIC Impact humanitarian tour changed how I see leadership. Every woman on that trip came home more herself, more grounded, more committed to using her life for something bigger.
A Tour Participant
Global Leadership Tour
VOICE-3 · swapThe Work We Do
Our Initiatives
Every ICONIC Impact program is designed to create opportunity — for one woman, one girl, one community, one generation at a time.
Rise Up! Leadership Academy
Courses & Training
Scholarships
Mentorship
Global Leadership Tours
Women's Leadership Conferences
Community Development Projects
Humanitarian Outreach
Our Core Values
What we stand for.
Voice
Every woman deserves to be heard.
Freedom
Leadership begins with freedom.
Courage
History belongs to the bold.
Leadership
Leadership begins within.
Sisterhood
We rise together.
Service
Love in action.
Legacy
When one woman rises… generations rise.
Together We Rise
Because when we lift as we climb, everyone rises.
United States Initiatives
At home.
- Rise Up! Leadership Academy
- RISE Up Within (Mindfulness App)
- Camps & Retreats
- Brave Voices
Global Initiatives
Around the world.
- Women's Leadership Conferences
- Education
- Community Development
- Menstrual Equity
- Clean Water
- Technology Access
- Leadership Development
- Humanitarian Tours
- Global Partnerships
- Sustainable Community Projects
Our Belief
Every woman deserves the opportunity to discover who she truly is.
Because freedom isn't simply something we receive. Freedom is something we live.
And when women live in freedom, they become leaders. They become mentors. They become mothers who change families. They become women who change generations.
Every woman deserves to be…
- Free to think.
- Free to choose.
- Free to trust herself.
- Free to use her voice.
- Free to pursue her purpose.
- Free to lead with courage.
- Free to become everything she was created to become.
The Future We Are Building
A world where every girl grows up believing…
Our vision is not simply to help girls. Our vision is to invest in girls today so they become confident leaders, mentors, and changemakers who inspire others and shape a brighter future for generations to come.
Meet Our Board
Our Founding Board
Meet the women and leaders helping build a legacy that will impact generations.
Karissa Adkins
Founder
Will Adkins
Board Member
Kerry Thomas
Board Member
Jennifer Jorgenson
Board Member
About Karissa
Karissa Adkins is a history-making speaker, women's leadership expert, bestselling author, global humanitarian, and founder of the Alpha Queen Empire — which includes Alpha Queen Collective®, ICONIC Influence Media™, and ICONIC Impact™.
Through keynote speaking, leadership development, publishing, and humanitarian initiatives, she has impacted more than 100,000 lives since 2023.
Karissa is the creator of the Universal Laws of ICONIC Leadership™ and is passionate about helping women develop the courage, confidence, and self-leadership to create extraordinary lives, businesses, and lasting legacies.
About Will
Will Adkins is a dedicated leader with more than 20 years of service in the United States Air Force, where he has built a career grounded in integrity, discipline, and servant leadership. Throughout his career, he has led in some of the military's most demanding operational environments, earning a reputation for remaining calm under pressure, solving complex problems, and building high-performing teams capable of succeeding when the stakes are highest.
As a graduate of the Security Forces Weapons and Tactics Instructor Course (WTIC) and a former Deployed Aircraft Ground Response Element (DAGRE) Team Leader, Will has planned and executed high-visibility security operations across the globe in support of senior military and government leaders. While his operational experience has shaped him, he believes his greatest responsibility is not simply accomplishing the mission — it is developing the people entrusted to carry it forward.
Passionate about giving back, Will has volunteered with numerous community organizations, including the Civitans, and has dedicated much of his career to mentoring Airmen, emerging leaders, and young professionals. He believes that leadership is measured not by rank or recognition, but by the number of people who become stronger, more capable, and more confident because someone invested in them.
For the past two years, Will has played an integral role in supporting ICONIC Impact™ as the Head of Security for the organization's international humanitarian leadership tours, helping ensure the safety, security, and success of each mission. His unique blend of operational excellence, strategic leadership, and genuine heart for service allows him to create environments where others can focus on changing lives while knowing they are protected.
Will brings to the ICONIC Impact™ Board of Directors a rare combination of tactical expertise, strategic thinking, and an unwavering commitment to developing people, strengthening communities, and leading with purpose. He believes that the strongest leaders are those who leave behind stronger people than they found.
About Kerry
Kerry Thomas is a visionary entrepreneur, founder of InsureU Agency, and co-owner of Elite Speed & Performance Nebraska. With more than 15 years in the insurance industry, she has built her career on three core values: service, integrity, and relationships. She believes success isn't measured by what you accomplish alone, but by the lives you impact along the way.
Alongside her husband, Von, Kerry is passionate about helping young athletes develop both physically and mentally through Elite Speed & Performance Nebraska, equipping them with the confidence, discipline, and mindset to succeed in sports and in life.
A transformational humanitarian trip to Kenya reignited Kerry's passion for serving others and creating opportunities that leave a lasting legacy. She is committed to empowering women, investing in future generations, and building organizations that create meaningful, generational change.
As a wife, mother of three, business owner, and servant leader, Kerry is honored to serve as a Founding Board Member of ICONIC Impact™, helping advance its mission to inspire leadership, personal freedom, humanitarian outreach, and lasting impact in communities around the world.
About Jennifer
Jennifer Jorgenson is a devoted mother and passionate advocate for helping others grow into their fullest potential. She believes in leading with compassion, resilience, and purpose, and is deeply committed to encouraging others to recognize their strengths and pursue life with confidence.
Through her experiences in motherhood and service, Jennifer has developed a heart for mentoring, building meaningful relationships, and creating positive change within her community. She values authenticity, kindness, and lifelong learning, and is honored to support the mission of the She Rises™ Movement and ICONIC Impact™ as they empower the next generation of confident, courageous leaders.
Somewhere, a girl is waiting for someone to believe in her.
Someone to remind her she's capable.
Someone to help her discover her strengths.
Someone to show her what's possible.
At ICONIC Impact™, we believe that one opportunity, one mentor, one act of kindness, or one courageous leader can change the course of a girl's life forever.
That's why we're building the She Rises Movement™.
Together, we're creating opportunities for girls to build confidence, develop leadership skills, pursue their purpose, and become the women they were created to be.
Because when a girl rises, she doesn't just change her own life —
she inspires others to rise with her.
Every girl deserves the opportunity to rise.
Together, we can help make that opportunity a reality.
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