Leadership Development

The problem of low self-esteem is pervasive among pre-adolescent and adolescent girls in the United States. Research conducted by the Girl Scout Research Institute and other organizations demonstrates that risky behavior such as smoking, drinking, unsafe sexual behavior, eating disorders, suicidal tendencies, and self-mutilative behavior is often associated with low self-esteem.

G.I.R.L.S. Leadership Program

Due to COVID-19 restrictions, G.I.R.L.S., our traditional 8-month program will be condensed and offered virtually via Zoom. Groups will meet separately for 1-hour each week for 12 weeks.

G.I.R.L.S. (Gaining Insight & Real Life Skills) e-Leadership Program (e-LP) is a 4-month enrichment program designed to build character, self-esteem, and develop strong leadership skills in girls ages 6 – 18.  The program offers interactive life-skills workshops, experiential learning activities, STEM career exploration, and group mentoring. G.I.R.L.S. e-LP aims to support girls at an early age to foster confidence and strong leadership skills.

The program meets via Zoom weekly February – May 2021 and covers topics such as:

  • Confidence, Respect & Self-esteem
  • Positive Body Image
  • Health & wellness
  • Peer Pressure – Bullying
  • Social Media
  • Healthy emotions & relationships
  • Establishing boundaries
  • Responsibility
  • STEM Careers
  • Organization & Goal Setting

G.I.R.L.S. e-LP helps girls develop a healthy self-image and feel better about themselves by providing support in a nurturing learning environment which enables them to develop essential skills necessary to face life’s challenges.

*Location: Online

Orientation – Thursday, Feb. 25, 2021, at 7:30 PM

Program Duration: March 1 – May 3, 2021

Age Groups:
B.E.A.U.T.I.F.U.L. Beginnings – Elementary School (ages 6-10)
B.E.A.U.T.I.F.U.L. Bridges  – Middle School (ages 11-14)
B.E.A.U.T.I.F.U.L. Beacons – High School (ages 14-18)

Weekly meeting dates for each age group are listed below! Girls will also meet alternating Saturday mornings for special topics.

Beginnings New Thursday
Beginnings Returning Monday
Bridges New & Returning Tuesday
Beacons New & Returning Wednesday

Awards & Recognition (All groups) – Friday, May 7, 2021, at 7:30 PM

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