Mentor: Share your experiences and expertise with girls and women, providing guidance and support.
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Attend Events:  Participate in panel discussions, workshops, and other events to show your support and engage with the community.
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Join a committee on the advisory board: Help with planning, marketing, or fundraising efforts by joining a committee.
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Take a class or workshop: Participate in the GIRL Institute's educational programs to learn and grow alongside the girls and women they serve.

The GIRL Institute's mission is to create women's embassies that address global gender inequality through building communities, facilitating resources, and providing space for think tanks, educational workshops, and support groups.

Donations to the GIRL Institute go towards supporting our programs and initiatives that empower girls and women.
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1. Program Development: Creating and implementing innovative programs, workshops, and tool kits that focus on leadership, education, and personal growth.

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2. Scholarships: Providing financial assistance to girls and women to pursue education, skills development, and entrepreneurship opportunities.
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3. Mentorship Initiatives: Training and supporting mentors who work with girls and women, offering guidance and support.

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4. Community Outreach: Reaching marginalized communities, providing resources, and promoting gender equality.

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5. Advocacy and Awareness: Supporting advocacy campaigns, research, and awareness initiatives that promote gender equality and challenge gender-based stereotypes.

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6. Operations and Administration: Covering essential costs, such as staff salaries, office expenses, and marketing materials.

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7. Partnerships and Collaborations: Building partnerships with organizations, schools, and communities to expand the Girl Institute's impact.

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8. Research and Evaluation: Conducting research and evaluations to measure the effectiveness of programs and inform future initiatives.

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9. Capacity Building: Investing in the growth and development of the GIRL Institute's staff, volunteers, and network.

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10. Emergency Funds: Supporting girls and women in crisis situations, such as natural disasters or personal emergencies.

The tax ID number is 88-1242115

The two biggest ways to support us are to offer your time and skills to help with events and workshops as a volunteer, or to contribute financially to support our programs and initiatives.

The GIRL Institute leadership consists of:

Advisory Board: A group of women who provide guidance, expertise, and support to our organization by offering strategic advice, assistance with fundraising and more.

Working Board of Directors:  A group of dedicated individuals responsible for overseeing the management of the GIRL Institute.  They set policies, make key decisions, and are actively involved in our organization’s operations.

Staff:  A team of women who work together to implement the GIRL Institute’s programs, services, and initiatives.  They are responsible for the day-to-day operations, management, and delivery of our mission.

Having a leadership structure composed entirely of Women is a testament to the GIRL Institute’s commitment to empowering women and girls.  Our structure allows for a diverse range of perspectives, experiences, and expertise to shape our organization's direction and decision-making processes. With women at the helm, the GIRL Institute is well positioned to address the unique challenges and opportunities facing girls and women, and create a positive impact in their lives.

Our norms are how we open every meeting and the behaviors of our culture.

• Respect the speaker
• Use proper pronouns
• Share airtime
• Share your own experience
• Be an active listener
• Be okay with discomfort
• Have a problem? Speak directly to the individual (don't call them out)
• Give people grace
• Be mindful of your body language

Yes, the GIRL Institute is a 501c3 organization

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