MEET AHLEM: A YOUNG EMERGING LEADER
Originally published on the Girls Empowerment Network Website. Read full article here.
Contributed by Mia Uhunmwuangho
Ahlem sits quietly at the table and stares out the window, taking in a sunny view of Austin. She is calm, cool and collected. Her charming smile brings a warm energy into the room. It’s almost hard to believe that she just flew in from halfway across the world to accept one of the United State’s most prestigious awards.
Ahlem was nominated for the Young Emerging Leaders Award, an honor from the U.S. Department of State that highlights several young leaders who are making a difference in their communities.
WOMEN'S HISTORY MONTH
Originally published on the Girls Empowerment Network Website. Read full article here.
Contributed by Mia Uhunmwuangho
March is Women’s History Month, and the staff at GEN came together to discuss the importance of women’s history and the women who to inspire them. As Women’s History Month comes to a close, checkout a few of the GEN staff and intern responses.
Originally published on the Girls Empowerment Network Website. Read full article here.
Contributed by Mia Uhunmwuangho
According to loveisrespect.org, nearly 1.5 million high school students experience physical abuse from a dating partner in a single year. Girls and young women between the ages of 16 and 24 experience the highest rate of intimate partner violence — almost triple the national average.
February is National Teen Dating Awareness and Prevention month, and here at GEN we recognize the necessity and importance of speaking with girls about healthy relationships and boundaries. These conversations can be difficult to navigate, so here are some tips for having these discussions for with the girls in your life.
BLACK HISTORY MONTH: YOUNG, FIERCE GIRL ADVOCATES
Originally published on the Girls Empowerment Network Website. Read full article here.
Contributed by Mia Uhunmwuangho
February marks Black History Month and here at GEN we decided to honor 10 black girls who are making a big difference in their communities. We are #GENspired by their talent, advocacy, and hard work. Here’s your daily dose of #BlackGirlMagic.