For the second year in a row, Glamour and Investigation Discovery celebrated incredible women whose dedication to victims’ rights and healing inspire a difference in the lives of others. Discover the powerful work of our 2014 honorees – Rosario Dawson, Marcia Gay Harden, Stephanie March and Tamara Taylor – and the charities they’re partnering with to bring these important issues to the forefront. Together we are committed to raising awareness and donating grants to support these causes on both a national and local level.
2014 Everyday Hero
Kristen Paruginog was selected as the winner of the “Investigation Discovery Sweepstakes” from almost 800 entries! She is the Founder and Executive Director of Break the Silence Against Domestic Violence. The non-profit organization empowers victims and survivors to embark on a new journey of peace and self-sufficiency. Through an advocate hotline, educational programs and personal development retreats, Kristen and her charity transform the lives of domestic violence victims. Investigation Discovery honored Kristen’s tremendous charity work with a $5,000 donation.