Girl Up, United Nations Foundation

Important changes are ahead for #GirlUp as we chart a new strategic vision for a more decentralized and impactful future. ⁠ ⁠ This path forward involves very hard transitions, but we’re confident they will ensure that Girl Up continues supporting youth leaders worldwide in their commitment to achieve global gender justice. Read more about these changes and our new direction here in our latest blog post. ⁠ ⁠ 🔗: https://lnkd.in/eGbWxMdk

During the Girl Up USA Leadership Summit last week, #GirlUp hosted our 2024 Visionary Dinner in Los Angeles to celebrate our local supporters, partners, and champions. We were thrilled to honor long-time Girl Up advocate, Shaun Robinson, for her commitment to our collective mission of achieving gender justice! We were also excited to honor Girl Up alum Kavita Rai, Co-Founder of Ethos, for her work as a women’s health advocate and social changemaker. Thank you to our Co-Chairs Wade Davis II, Ellen Goldsmith-Vein, and Kylie Schuyler and to everyone who attended for their generosity! It is not too late to support our movement of youth leaders — click here to donate now: https://girlup.org/support

💫 Alum Spotlight 💫 Girl Up alum Leslie is leading a "TechHER Revolution", encouraging more girls to study #STEAM across #Peru! In just two weeks, she impacted more than 200 girls with a #STEM Bootcamp her nonprofit Kusisqa hosted with Girl Up LATAM! "We have already proven that youth can lead significant processes, and now it’s our turn to expand the impact," said the Girl Up Peru leader! Read all about her #GirlUp journey at girlup.org/voices — 💫 Destaque de ex-alumna💫 La ex-alumna de Girl Up Leslie está liderando "TechHER Revolution", alentando a más niñas a estudiar #STEAM en #Peru! En menos de dos semanas, su proyecto impactó a más de 200 niñas en una serie de eventos #STEM organizados por su organización Kusisqa en alianza con Girl Up LATAM! "Ya hemos demosnstrado que las juventudes pueden liderar procesos importantes y ahora nos toca ampliar el impacto," afirmó esta líder de Girl Up Peru! Detalles de su jornada de #GirlUp están en el blog girlup.org/voices

Raise your hand if you want to use #STEAM for social good! 🙋♀️ On June 28, #GirlUp and #CaterpillarFoundation are organizing a FREE virtual event focused on breaking barriers in #bioengineering! Open to girls aged 13-24 globally, especially those in #Bangladesh, the #STEM Bootcamp will highlight women’s leadership in the industry with a panel discussion & interactive activity! 🧪✨️ Sign up here: https://lnkd.in/gphAsMZN [Live translation in Bengali and English will be provided]

🌟 Leader Spotlight 🌟 Girl Up USA Leader & International #MartialArts Champion Tahirah received a #GirlUp Sports for a Purpose Scholarship last year, using the funding to highlight the experiences of female athletes on her college campus and the intersections between #Sports, #GenderEquity, and #MentalHealth. "My participation in sports has positively impacted my overall physical, mental, and emotional health. From being a strong reliever of stress, to the friends I’ve met along my journey, to the places visited, sports has provided balance within my life. I hope to show young girls that they never have to give up on their sports dream. Despite the circumstances and what others might say—whether it’s facing stereotypes and gender norms, balancing academics, or recovering from an injury—with perseverance and grit, there is always a way to continue doing what you love." To learn more about the transformative impact of sports on girls' physical AND mental health, check out Women's Sports Foundation new “Thriving Through Sports” research report: https://lnkd.in/eweX7zNg #ThrivingThroughSport #WSF50 

✨ Club Spotlight ✨ Girl Up Kuwait held its first in-person event last month, "Future Women Leaders Panel and Workshop," to raise awareness among young girls in Kuwait about the participation of women in society & politics and the importance of youth in such spaces! 🙌 The reason for hosting this event? "In many countries, including Kuwait, women face significant barriers to full participation in society and politics. By bringing together established leaders who have carved their paths...we hoped to educate young girls about the importance of women's roles in shaping society and inspire them to pursue these positions," said #GirlUp Kuwait Club President Jiye. We love to see multiple generations of leaders paving the way for a better future together! 😍👏 Girl Up MENA

“Because we are portraying the impacts of the climate crisis on women and girls, there is no better person to tell those stories than the girls themselves.” - Girl Up Mexico Alum, Andrea Villarreal Rodriguez Check out this incredible story of Andrea and her important work on intersecting gender equality and climate justice!

Get ready for an unforgettable experience! The #USASummit24 is coming to Los Angeles, and we're thrilled to host it at the incredible Chief Clubhouse, with accommodations at the luxurious Sofitel Los Angeles at Beverly Hills. Apply now and join us for a summit that will empower you to change the world! 💪 https://lnkd.in/gm6yffei

✨Club Spotlight✨ Girl Up Bangladesh successfully hosted a Club-led virtual Summit earlier this year featuring "leaders across frontiers" 🙌 "From tales of overcoming challenges as newcomers abroad to becoming accidental activists, breaking barriers in sports, finding inner peace through yoga, and turning 7th-grade dreams into reality – each narrative was a testament to the power of perseverance and passion," said Girl Up Southeast Asia Regional Leader Anisha. Share some love for these fabulous Summit planners in the comments below! 💖

So you think you want to #StepUpForSTEM? Swipe for our 5 tips on how to plan the #STEM event of a lifetime! Last tip = most important! https://lnkd.in/gcVgQeB7