At Girls Inc., we stand beside girls as they navigate barriers, helping ensure they have the resources and opportunities to succeed in school, at work, and in life. We focus on supporting girls from all communities, especially those who face greater challenges due to economic or social circumstances. Our work is shaped by what girls tell us they need, and by the real experiences they share. We champion programs and environments that help girls stay safe, thrive emotionally and academically, and prepare for strong futures.
Our Key Areas of Focus
Promoting Safety and Well-Being
- Support schools in creating welcoming environments that actively prevent bullying, harassment, and violence.
- Increase awareness around healthy relationships and provide training to adults who work with youth.
- Encourage trauma-informed practices and services that help girls heal and stay on track.
Expanding Opportunities in Education and Career
- Help girls explore careers in fields such as science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM), where women are underrepresented.
- Inspire girls by promoting empowering media and stories that reflect their full potential.
- Support fair discipline practices that keep students engaged and learning.
- Work to ensure every girl has access to meaningful education, regardless of background.
Promoting Mental Health and Confidence
- Reduce the stigma surrounding mental health concerns such as anxiety, depression, and trauma.
- Encourage diverse and realistic images of girls and women in all their forms and identities.
- Increase access to school-based support like counselors, mentors, and youth development programs.
Supporting Health Education and Resources
- Encourage access to accurate, age-appropriate health education that helps young people make informed choices.
- Support access to youth-centered healthcare, especially for those who may face cost, transportation, or stigma-related barriers.