Girl Up, United Nations Foundation

Today, we're celebrating awarding a whopping $15,000 USD in scholarships to six unstoppable Girl Up leaders! From confronting gender-based violence to breaking barriers in education and beyond, these youth champions were chosen from 145 incredible applicants. Each winner will receive $2,500 USD to continue driving transformative change in their communities - and we can't wait to see more of what that looks like! Congratulations to these bold changemakers—your work is inspiring a brighter, more just future for all. ???

What an incredible day at the Global Leadership Summit! ??? We wrapped up with powerful closing remarks from our Chief Program Officer My Lo Cook and impactful talks on advocating through storytelling, advancing girls’ education, and voting. Missed the plenaries or want to relive the magic? You’ll soon be able to rewatch the event—keep an eye on Girl Up’s YouTube channel! ?? #UnstoppableUs

The Girl Up Global Leadership Summit is in full swing, and we’ve just wrapped up an empowering opening plenary! From opening remarks by our CEO Melissa Kilby, to a #GirlHero fireside chat, and impactful talks on advocacy during global crises and voting, the energy is unstoppable! Up next: youth-led workshops, INSPIRE sessions, networking, and more. It’s not too late to join—log in anytime before 5:30pm: bit.ly/GirlUpSummit24. #UnstoppableUs

Get ready to be inspired by even more incredible speakers at the Girl Up Global Leadership Summit! ?? From our Teen Advisors diving into the power of voting and civic engagement to young leaders advocating for girls' education and responding to global crises—this lineup is packed with the changemakers shaping our future.? ?? Speakers include:?? ? Aarna, Intern, Girl Up India and Co-Founder and President, Girl Up She???? ? John Bagwell, Non-Profit Consultant? ? Gloria, Girl Up Teen Advisor? ? Lana, Girl Up Youth Leader? ? Niyamat, Girl Up Tisvv Club Leader? ? Pranavaa, Girl Up Teen Advisor? ? Rania, Girl Up Youth Leader? ? Shiraz, Club Leader/ President, Girl Up Romania? ? Shristy, Girl Up Youth Leader? ? Shriya, Girl Up Youth Leader? ?Suhani, Girl Up Youth Leader ?? With our theme, Unstoppable Us: Uniting for Change, these conversations are ones you won’t want to miss. Register now for this exciting event, sponsored by our friends at @noblepanacea—tomorrow is the BIG DAY! Don’t wait, secure your spot now: link in bio or bit.ly/GirlUpSummit24

? Hey, you! Yes, YOU! ? Our 2024 Global Summit Workshop speakers are so excited to meet you! Passionate about advocating for menstrual equity and combatting gender-based violence? Want to build your self-confidence or work on branding yourself online? Join us this weekend to advance your skills and connect other youth face-to-face during the workshop blocks! We have an incredible line up of workshops and can't wait to see you there! ?? Combatting Gender-based Violence (Led by Ayomikun O. and Omotolani T.) ?? Empowering Menstruation with Artificial Intelligence (Led by Farida S., Anusha A., and Fatema W.) ?? Building Self-Confidence (Led by Suhani S.) ?? Starting a Girl Up Club (Led by Julia R. and Ana Bea L.) ?? The Activist's Journey: How to Tell Your Story Online (Led by Gio O. in Portuguese) ?? Advocating for Menstrual Equity (Led by Sofia O. in Spanish)

The movement for gender justice is facing a critical funding challenge, and Girl Up needs your support to continue this important work. Girl Up leaders like Eylül, who fundraised to provide thousands of menstrual hygiene products, and Xinuo, who is expanding access to the HPV vaccine, are making a real impact globally. But without sustained funding, the ability for Girl Up to invest in more changemakers like them is at risk. Your support, no matter the size, can help ensure these young leaders continue advancing gender justice. Donate today and be part of an unstoppable movement for global change: https://lnkd.in/ginRsiQ4

Join us this Friday for the Girl Up Partner Collective, where attendees will hear directly from girl and youth leaders advancing gender justice on a global scale! Discover how Girl Up is equipping young trailblazers to lead and shape the future during this pivotal moment for our movement, and learn how you can ensure that Girl Up continues to thrive for generations to come. Our remarkable speakers will inspire you with their vision and impact: Aditi Arora, Anu Jain, Carol R. Cropp, Julie Willig, Lauren Benne, Letícia Bahia, Melissa Kilby, My Lo Cook, Priestley M. Johnson, Rebecca Fairweather, Sofia Scarlat, Tara Abrahams, and Valeria Colunga, among others! Email [email protected] for an invite, or drop us a comment below, and be part of our unstoppable movement for global gender justice!

?? Big news! ?? We’re beyond excited to reveal our 2024 Girl Hero Awardees: Dr. Nina Ansary, award-winning Iranian-American author, historian, and women's rights advocate; Nigel Barker, world-renowned photographer and unwavering girls' rights activist; Isabela, powerhouse President of Girl Up Cal?ara Club and Regional Leader in Girl Up Brasil; Irene, fearless Founder of Girl Up Cavango East, West, and Zambezi; and Reem, brave Girl Up leader in Palestine, steadfastly advocating for her community amidst crisis. These bold champions for global gender justice will come together at this year's Global Leadership Summit—Unstoppable Us: Uniting for Change—to share their stories of leading with courage, resilience, and the drive to make real change for girls and youth worldwide. Don’t miss this unforgettable, virtual event on October 19 with youth-led sessions, workshops, and more. Registration is free—secure your spot now! ??? Link in bio: bit.ly/GirlUpSummit24. #GirlUp #GirlsLead24 #UnstoppableUs

?? Exciting News Alert! ?? We’re thrilled to introduce our six STEAM for Social Good Scholarship winners, made possible by our partners at @noblepanacea! Each of these trailblazing young leaders will receive $2,500 USD to fuel their studies and advance their work in STEAM fields like Biotechnology, Aerospace Engineering, Computer Science, and more! With a fierce 2.1% acceptance rate, these changemakers rose to the top! We're in awe of their dedication to shaping a more sustainable future for all of us. Congratulations, leaders! Your passion is driving the future of innovation, and we can't wait to see what you’ll accomplish next! ???? #GirlUp #GirlsInSTEM #STEAMLeaders

Can you believe it?! Our Global Leadership Summit is just ONE WEEK away! Join Girl Up changemakers and special guests for a one-day virtual event filled with inspiring keynotes, impactful workshops, and the chance to connect with girls and youth allies from around the world. Our agenda for October 19th: 07:15 AM - Youth Steering Committee Welcome 08:00 AM - Opening Plenary 09:30 AM - Networking 10:30 AM - Youth-led Workshops ? Self-confidence ? Starting a Girl Up Club ? Using AI for Good 12:00 PM - Inspire Sessions 01:00 PM - Networking 02:00 PM - Inspire Sessions 03:15 PM - Adult-led Workshops ? Menstrual Equity ? STEAM & Artificial Intelligence ? How to Tell Your Activist Story Online 04:30 PM - Closing Plenary Only a few days left to register—don’t miss out! bit.ly/GirlUpSummit24 ??♀?