Businesses We Love in Central Texas, Houston, and Dallas: Celebrating Black History Month
Our Girls Empowerment Network staff is thrilled to share this carefully curated list of our favorite Black-owned businesses across Dallas, Houston, and Central Texas. These hidden gems, often cherished as best-kept secrets, showcase the incredible talent and entrepreneurial spirit within the Black community. In celebration of Black History Month, we are thrilled to share this collection and encourage everyone to join us in supporting and uplifting these remarkable individuals and their businesses!
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Meet Radiant G: Unveiling the Evolution of Girls Empowerment Network's Self-Efficacy Curriculum and Programs
We’re thrilled to share the exciting rebrand of our self-efficacy curriculum – a transformation that symbolizes a radiant new era for our organization.
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17 Years of Lessons from Julia: Interim Executive Director, Ami Kane's speech at the Radiant Goodbye Celebration
17 Lessons learned from Julia Cuba Lewis. This blog is an adaptation from Interim Executive Director, Ami Kane’s speech at Julia Cuba Lewis’ Radiant Goodbye Celebration held at The Junior League of Austin’s Community Impact Center.
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17 Leadership Lessons Learned in 17 Years at Girls Empowerment Network as the CEO
In departing from her role as CEO at Girls Empowerment Network, Julia Cuba Lewis shares seventeen invaluable leadership lessons cultivated over her seventeen-year journey. As Julia bids farewell, she entrusts this legacy to the capable team and community at Girls Empowerment Network, confident in their ability to continue empowering girls and driving positive change.
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Impact Highlights: Reflecting on Impactful Moments for Girls Empowerment Network's 2022-2023 School Year
At Girls Empowerment Network, each year marks a celebration of our impact, a moment we call 'Ring the Bell.' This year, our journey with 4,889 girls through workshops, camps, and conferences was a testament to our commitment to empowering young minds. This journey isn't just about numbers; it's about the growth we witness in every girl, empowering them to express, create, and envision possibilities. Join us in igniting the power in girls and making a lasting difference in their lives.
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Girls Empowerment Network Announces CEO Julia Cuba Lewis's Transition After 17 Years of Inspiring Change for Girls in Texas
Girls Empowerment Network announces a momentous leadership transition with the departure of CEO Julia Cuba Lewis, who has dedicated 17 years to the organization as its driving force. Julia's last day with the organization will be on December 31, 2023.
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Girls Empowerment Network Celebrates our 2023 Volunteers of the Year!
We are thrilled to introduce the remarkable individuals who have been selected as the Girls Empowerment Network Volunteers of the Year by our dedicated staff. These exceptional volunteers have gone above and beyond in their commitment to empowering and uplifting girls and young women in our community. Whether serving as board members, providing invaluable guidance and strategic vision, engaging Power Chat, or supporting with direct service, these volunteers have made a profound impact on the lives of our participants. Their passion, dedication, and unwavering support have made a profound impact on our organiztiond, and we are truly grateful for their outstanding contributions. Join us in celebrating and honoring these incredible volunteers for their outstanding commitment to the Girls Empowerment Network's mission!
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Girls Empowerment Network Presents: Our Inspiring Conferences Return!
Girls Empowerment Network is thrilled to share exciting news with our supporters, partners, Texas girls, and the people who care about them. After a challenging hiatus caused by the pandemic, we are overjoyed for the return of our signature self-efficacy building conference. Adding to the excitement of the anticipated comeback, we are proud to unveil that our event has also undergone a significant transformation, formerly known as the We Are Girls Conference, the all-new ‘Radiant G Conference’ is back in Austin this November 4th.
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Pride Month Doesn't End June 30th: Supporting the LGBTQIA+ Community Year-Round
Pride month doesn’t have to end on June 30th. With the 88th Texas Legislative Session and the US Supreme Court presenting relentless attacks on the LGBTQIA+ community, it is more important than ever that we as a community vocally support and stand with the LGBTQIA+ community year-round, not just during June. Whatever you were doing during Pride month to celebrate and uplift the queer community, carry that energy into the other 11 months of the year. Girls Empowerment Network brings you a curated list of organizations to kick into action in your community.
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July Volunteer of the Month - Mili Patel
We are so excited to honor and celebrate our July Volunteer of the Month: Mili Patel. Mili began volunteering with Girls Empowerment Network in 2019 and has been a phenomenal champion and supporter of our work since then! Mili consistently engages in our Volunteer Nights and Power Chats, and was a huge source of support during COVID when we launched Spark Kits.
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The Texas 88th Legislative Session: A Monumental Step Forward for Girls Empowerment Network’s Investment in Advocacy
Girls Empowerment Network involvement in The Texas 88th legislative session (22-23) was monumental regarding both the level of investment in advocacy as an organization and bills that will deeply impact the life of youth across Texas. Read the legislative wrap-up report detailing the actions taken during this session and the plans for the future for our Policy and Advocacy team as they continue to advocate for Texas teen girls.
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Changing the Tide for Incarcerated Girls in Texas with Empowering Programs
Girls Empowerment Network is providing research-based and trauma-informed care small groups for incarcerated girls at the McLennan County State Juvenile Correctional Facility in Mart, Texas. Meet Angela Montijo, LCSW, who is leading the team effort to teach skills to build girls’ self-efficacy, one’s internal belief they can be successful.
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June Volunteer of the Month - Amy Patel
We are so excited to honor and celebrate our June Volunteer of the Month: Amy Patel. Amy is such an incredible advocate for Girls Empowerment Network and we are really fortunate to have her on our board of directors. Even as a new volunteer, Amy was eager and ready to contribute whether it was through fundraising, relationship building with community supporters, or helping build new connections.
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Girls Empowerment Network to Support Incarcerated Girls in McLennan County
Girls Empowerment Network announced it is adapting, piloting and evaluating its Girl Connect program for juvenile justice-involved adolescent girls housed in the McLennan County State Juvenile Correctional Facility in Mart, Texas. Programs are scheduled to begin Summer 2023 and expand them to other state facilities in 2024.
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The Spark Change Project Teen Facilitators Discover the Power of Advocacy, Deliver Powerful Testimonies at the Texas State Capitol on Issues Affecting Teen Girls Today.
Spark Change Project Teen Facilitators take the stand at the Texas State Capitol and testify on issues affecting Texas girls today. Teen facilitators have been tracking, researching, and testifying during the Texas legislative session when possible ob bills regarding mental health, menstrual products accessibility, and hair autonomy.
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Power Chats & Relatable Role Models: Empowerment for Texas Girls
Girls Empowerment Network volunteer Dr. Saya Obayan describes her experience with Power Chats, which gives girls relatable role models to talk with about life after high school and careers to pursue.
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Celebration of National Arab American Heritage Month
April has been recognized as Arab American Heritage Month by President Joe Biden as of 2021. Although this new recognition shines a very important light on the diverse and complex stories of Arab Americans, the population is by no means new to the United States. Middle Eastern Migrants started coming to the U.S. in noticeable numbers in the mid 1880’s and continued to grow in numbers ever since, today there are nearly 3.7 million Arab Americans in the United States with Texas having the fourth-largest Arab American population in the country at almost 200,000 individuals.
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Meet the 2023 Spark Change Facilitators, Support this Project!
What happens when you combine young female leaders of color who want to spark change in their community with equally passionate mentors? You get the Spark Change Project, a joint Central Texas collaboration between The Excellence and Advancement Foundation and Girls Empowerment Network.
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Better Together: Celebrating National Volunteer Week
From April 16 - 22, we join in celebrating one of our favorite weeks of the year; National Volunteer Week! This week is an opportunity for Girls Empowerment Network to celebrate and recognize the powerful community of incredible volunteers that serve our organization. At Girls Empowerment Network, we pride ourselves in having a community of volunteers that are always ready to jump in and help in any way. This is why, during Volunteer Appreciation Week, we are thrilled to be able to celebrate their work, dedication, and brilliance.
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Fundraising 101: Bringing Self-Efficacy to More Texas Girls
Girls Empowerment Network partners with individuals and businesses across Texas in many ways, big and small. We appreciate any and all support we receive from our community of supporters. As a nonprofit organization, YOU make our mission of igniting girls’ power and increasing self-efficacy in Texas youth possible.
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