My Girlfriend's House
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  • I never considered myself to be beautiful. Now I can confidently say that I am worthy.

    -Taylar

  • Coming to mentoring has inspired me to dream big. I’m excited about my future and looking forward to college.

    -SuRae

  • The Clubhouse is like my home away from home. These girls are my sisters for life.

    -Brianna

  • My Girlfriend’s House gave me something to believe in. It makes me happy to know I am not alone.

    -Arianna

  • I was always afraid to speak in front of large crowds. Now I have a voice that is powerful, impactful and unapologetic.

    -Kaelyn

Girl Talk Mentoring Program

Girl Talk Mentoring is a vocational leadership skills development program that empowers girls to have fun, learn new things, and make new friends.Girl Talk is comprised of several functions that collectively serve to make the program fun, engaging and impactful for students.

While in the program, girls will work to improve their self-esteem and confidence while exploring the basic skills that are easily transferable to the workplace and everyday life. Girls undertake a process of self-discovery to explore their identities and tell their stories: who they are, what challenges they face and how we can help them.

We offer three sessions throughout the year:

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  • Session 1: September 1st – December 31st
  • Session 2: January 1st – May 31st
  • Session 3: June 1st – August 31st
Each workshop is broken into two skill-building sessions:

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  • Vocational life skills: Morning sessions are dedicated to helping our girls build a toolbox of skills they will need to be self-sufficient and productive as they mature. Responsible financial planning, building an impactful resume, and career planning, among other topics, ensure that students craft a plan for their future and diligently take the necessary steps to carry it through.
  • Social skills: Afternoon sessions are dedicated to developing the social and emotional skills needed to cope successfully through all situations in life. Confidence, peaceful conflict-resolution, and building healthy relationships are just some of the topics. Navigating the emotional and social development path for these young ladies is of utmost importance, as it underlies all future success.
What girls will gain from the program:

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  • Make friends, embark on new adventures and realize the power of girls
  • Gain skills in leadership and positive identity development
  • Become strong leaders in school, at home and in the community
  • Improve confidence and join the next generation of successful women
By participating in the Girl Talk Mentoring Program, students will:

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  • Have reduced disciplinary actions in school and at home.
  • Significantly improve communication with their parents.
  • Acquire at least 20 hours of community service hours per session.
  • Complete one civic engagement activity per semester
Discussion topics include:

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  • Financial literacy
  • Independent living
  • Public speaking
  • Job readiness
  • Leadership building
  • Conflict resolution
  • Personal safety
  • Goal setting
  • Dealing with bullies
  • Self-esteem building

Through workshops, open forums, projects and community service activities, we aim to empower teenage girls to build self-esteem, develop their strengths and leadership abilities, live up to their highest potential and motivate each other to become more influential voices in their community.
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