What We Do

Mentorship, a pro-girl environment, and proven programs prepare girls for independent life.

Our Mission

Our Mission

Girls Inc. inspires all girls to be strong, smart, and bold.

Our Vision

Powerful girls in an equitable society.

Our Values

Respect the dignity of each human being.

Recognize and support the strength in every girl.

Appreciate, embrace, and advance diversity.

Drive for results anchored in accountability.

Operate collaboratively.

Our Difference

Through the Girls Inc. Experience, our professionally trained staff and volunteers provide mentorship, safe spaces, and programming that address the unique challenges girls face and are proven to help girls succeed.

We cultivate safe environments where girls are encouraged to take risks, learn from experiences, and grow.

Pro-Girl
Pro-Girl
We cultivate a pro-girl environment that encourages girls to be their authentic selves.
Evidence-Based
Evidence-Based
The Girls Inc. Experience has positive and lasting effects for the girls who participate.
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Comprehensive
Comprehensive
Girls are equipped with the skills to effect positive changes in their lives and to become leaders who will change the world.

Advocacy & Education

Girls Inc. works with and for girls to advocate for policies to overcome the social and systemic barriers that threaten their ability to succeed.

Together, we advocate especially for the needs of girls from low-income communities and those who may face discrimination because of their gender, race, religion, ethnicity, immigration status, disability, socioeconomic status, sexual orientation and gender identity.

Learn About our Advocacy

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What Girls Learn*

Girls build the knowledge, skills, and confidence to push for positive change in their lives and their communities.

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91 %
Of girls say they would know what to do if a friend was feeling sad, stressed, or depressed.
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A group of women working out
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90 %
Of girls are confident they will graduate college.
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3 students in a science class
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87 %
Of girls believe it's important to be an active and informed citizen.
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*  National statistics. Source: 2023 Girls Inc. Strong, Smart, and Bold Outcomes Survey