Gwen's Girls

Who says soldering is just for the boys? Our girls are mastering the tools and owning their STEM journey. #GirlsCanDoAnything #GwensGirls #STEMskills

Gwen’s Girls Camp Destiny is back, and registration is now open to the public! Give your girl a summer filled with fun, learning, and empowerment in a safe and supportive environment. Dates: June 23 - August 14 Cost: $200 for one girl; discounts available for additional siblings Limited transportation available Register now before spots fill up! Click link to register: https://lnkd.in/e5y-dGfS

This is a friendly reminder to join us tomorrow, Tuesday, March 25 at 2:00 PM (EST) for this month’s She Matters Webinar, hosted by the Black Girls Equity Alliance. Topic: A Child Welfare Call to Action – Shifting Our Focus from Mandated Reporting to Mandated Supporting Location: Zoom (link provided upon RSVP) In this timely conversation, local and national child welfare leaders will explore efforts to move from a system centered on mandated reporting to one that prioritizes support and resource connection for families. Featured Panelists: ?? Dr. Rikell Ford, Allegheny County CYF ?? Eunice Stover, Allegheny County CYF ?? Shereen White, Children’s Rights ?? Sara Nevels, Gwen’s Girls This session is a must for educators, social workers, law enforcement, child welfare professionals, and advocates dedicated to child and family well-being. If you haven’t already, RSVP now to receive the Zoom link. We look forward to having you in the conversation! Link: https://lnkd.in/eC6Qbjmr

Join us for this month’s She Matters Webinar, presented by the Black Girls Equity Alliance: Too often, child welfare systems focus on reporting rather than providing families with the resources they need. The vast majority of CPS hotline calls are not deemed appropriate for investigation, and even fewer result in open cases. This webinar will highlight the importance of connecting children and families with appropriate support before making potentially harmful hotline calls. Join local and national child welfare leaders as we discuss: Identifying potential biases in decision-making Locating local resources for children and families Advocacy efforts to change mandated reporting laws Panelists: ?? Dr. Rikell Ford, Allegheny County CYF ?? Eunice Stover, Allegheny County CYF ?? Shereen White, Children's Rights ?? Sara Nevels, Gwen's Girls This session is essential for social workers, educators, law enforcement officers, child welfare professionals, and anyone committed to child and family well-being. RSVP now to receive the Zoom link! Register Now: https://lnkd.in/eC6Qbjmr

WE’RE HIRING! Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of youth? Join the?Gwen’s Girls?team and help inspire new destinies! We’re looking for dedicated individuals to fill the following roles: ??Youth Development Specialist ??Community-Based Resource Coordinator ??HR/Finance Assistant ??On-Site ASI Academic Coach ??Group Facilitator/Driver Make an impact that lasts a lifetime! Apply today and be part of a mission-driven team that empowers, uplifts, and supports young girls in our community. Call:?412-904-4239 Visit:?gwensgirls.org Email:?[email protected] #HiringNow #JoinOurTeam #GwensGirls #YouthEmpowerment #MakeADifference

???? No Cooking This Weekend – We Got You! ???? Pull up to Hook Fish & Chicken for the BEST wings, fish, and seafood in the city! Whether you’re craving crispy golden wings, perfectly fried fish, or mouthwatering shrimp, we got it fresh and hot! ?? Visit us at: ? Homewood ? Homestead (Waterfront) ? Mt. Oliver ? North Versailles ? Northside ?? Pick Up or Delivery – Let us handle dinner! ?? Order Now: https://lnkd.in/enQsR8n7 #HookFishChicken #WeekendVibes #PittsburghEats #NoCooking #WeGotIt

Celebrating International Women’s Day with Gwen’s Girls “I raise up my voice—not so that I can shout, but so that those without a voice can be heard.” – Malala Yousafzai Today, we honor the strength, resilience, and brilliance of women and girls everywhere! At Gwen’s Girls, we empower young ladies to embrace who they are, dream without limits, and step boldly into their futures—no matter what the world says! To every young queen: You are powerful. You are worthy. You are unstoppable. Keep shining! ?? Join us in creating a brighter future for the next generation! Support, volunteer, or donate today: www.GwensGirls.org #GwensGirls #InternationalWomensDay #EmpowerHer #GirlsMatter

Gwen’s Girls Camp Destiny is back, and registration is now open to the public! Give your girl a summer filled with fun, learning, and empowerment in a safe and supportive environment. Dates: June 23 - August 14 Cost: $200 for one girl; discounts available for additional siblings Limited transportation available Register now before spots fill up!

BGEA Action Team Meetings Get Involved! The Black Girls Equity Alliance (BGEA) is working to create real change in policies affecting Black girls. We invite you to join one of our March action team meetings to contribute to meaningful solutions. Comprehensive Sex Education Thursday, March 13, 4pm - 5pm A community effort co-led by Planned Parenthood and Pittsburgh Action Against Rape. The group’s primary goal is to disseminate a comprehensive sex education curriculum in Pittsburgh Public Schools that is trauma-informed and culturally responsive. Mandated Reporter Implicit Bias Training Tuesday, March 18, 4pm - 5pm Help professionals recognize and address implicit biases in child welfare assessments, aiming to reduce racial disproportionality driven by poverty, not neglect. Juvenile Justice Thursday, March 20, 4pm - 5pm Focused on reforming the juvenile legal system, this team addresses youth fees, citations, diversion, and incarceration, supporting both county and statewide policy changes. Eliminating School Dress Codes Tuesday, March 25, 4pm - 5pm Combat adultification bias and advocate for a district-wide dress code in Pittsburgh Public Schools, addressing how Black girls are disproportionately affected. LINK to JOIN TEAMS: https://bit.ly/3QKPoVp

In honor of Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month, we hosted a powerful webinar discussing the realities of teen dating violence and human trafficking. The session featured segments from the Black Girls Advocacy & Leadership Alliance (BGALA) podcast, where teens answered critical questions like: Why do young people stay in unhealthy relationships? Why don’t they tell their parents? How do they define teen dating violence and human trafficking in their own words? This discussion provided insight into how we can better support and educate young people on recognizing and addressing these issues. If you'd like to watch the full BGALA video podcast episode, Click Here: https://bit.ly/41kHpDm