Introducing the Lotus Collective
A re-imagined evolution of the Asian Girls Ignite Women’s Collective.
Open to AANHPI women and gender-expansive individuals, this vibrant community is all about fostering connections while serving as positive role models for our students.
Every AANHPI woman and student carries a powerful flame within them—a light of courage, compassion, curiosity, and connection.
As members of the Lotus Collective, you’re invited to use your flame to help our students shine even brighter. Whether you’re directly engaging with them or leading by example in your daily life, your presence helps light a path for the next generation.
The name change from the Women’s Collective to the Lotus Collective marks a new chapter
A fresh bloom rooted in beauty, hope, and resilience. Like the lotus flower found throughout Asia, our members embody AGI’s core values.
Members are invited to attend at least one quarterly gathering per year and can choose to get further involved through volunteering, storytelling, mentorship, or supporting events.
The collective is a space not just for giving but also for growing — together, we’ll strengthen our ability to serve as role models.
Ready to join us in making a lasting impact? Let’s help the next generation blaze their own trails!
Benefits for members
By joining the Lotus Collective, you become part of a vibrant community of AANHPI women and gender-expansive individuals who are passionate about uplifting the next generation.
Here's what you'll gain
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Here's what you'll gain •
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Members-Only Gatherings
Attend private, quarterly gatherings that center on our shared values.
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Volunteer Opportunities
Become directly involved in AGI's programs and events. As a member, you’ll be able to volunteer and help guide our students on their journeys.
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Mentorship
Be included in our pool of potential mentors and storytellers, offering one-on-one support to students who resonate with your story and career path.
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Private Community
Access our members-only Slack channel, where you can connect with like-minded peers, share insights, and build deeper relationships.
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Transform Lives
You’ll have the chance to inspire and uplift AANHPI youth, helping them pursue new interests, expand their horizons, and see their potential. Your guidance can shift their lives for the better, proving that when they see someone like them succeed, they know they can too.
This is more than just a membership. Together, we create spaces where students can embrace their power and see their unique stories as their greatest strength.
Member expectations
Attend Quarterly Gatherings: We ask that members attend at least one of our quarterly gatherings each year. These gatherings are a space for connection, reflection, and personal growth, centered around AGI’s core values of courage, curiosity, connection, and compassion.
Be a Positive Role Model: Whether you interact directly with students or lead by example in your personal and professional life, you serve as a beacon of inspiration. Our members embody AGI’s values, showing students that there’s no one way to succeed and that our differences are our strengths.
Volunteer and Mentor (Optional): While not required, members have the option to volunteer at student events, become a mentor, share your story as a storyteller, or help at AGI’s programs. These opportunities allow you to connect directly with our students and make a meaningful impact.
How to join
We accept members on a rolling basis
Step 1: Ensure you meet the eligibility criteria. In order to join, you must:
Identify as an AANHPI woman or gender-expansive individual
Be 21 years of age or older
Align with AGI’s mission and values
Reside in Colorado
Commit to attending at least one quarterly gathering per year
Step 2: Submit an interest form
Step 3: Schedule 15-minute discovery call
After you submit your form, Hannah Chen, our Community Manager, will reach out to schedule a 15-minute call with one of our team members.
During this chat, we’ll discuss your goals and what you hope to gain from being part of the Lotus Collective.
Step 4: Complete a 10 minute online, self-paced orientation
Step 5: Gain access to membership benefits
Have Questions?
If you have any questions or need further information, feel free to contact Hannah Chen, our Community Manager, at outdoors@asiangirlsignite.org.
Meet Hannah
Hannah is a trier of new things: hobbies, food, traveling. She was raised in Connecticut by parents who love to road trip. Because of this, Hannah found her appreciation for the outdoors through family trips to national parks and summers at YMCA camp.
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During her time at the University of Pittsburgh studying Health Information Management, she began working at a climbing gym which furthered her excitement for the outdoors community.
Now, Hannah spends most of her free time riding bikes and climbing. She works part-time at Movement getting people excited about bouldering. She works full-time as an IT Visitor Coordinator at the Colorado Health Foundation.
Hannah’s favorite way to celebrate her Chinese heritage is by hosting dinner parties for Chinese holidays to share the experience through good food.