OVERVIEW
Girl Up USA’s introduction of youth-led long-form content, through LeadHER Voices, aims to amplify our mission of educating and empowering girls across the United States. By providing a platform for youth to share their passions and explore topics they care about, we create opportunities for them to educate others while deepening their understanding. This initiative will expand our reach, foster informed and meaningful discussions, and strengthen alignment with Girl Up’s values and goals.
PARTICIPANT REQUIREMENTS
Participating in LeadHER Voice, Girl Up USA’s youth-led long-form content initiative, is your opportunity to develop leadership, creativity, and storytelling skills while making a difference. Share topics that you’re passionate about, share unique perspectives, and educate others while deepening your own understanding of the issues that matter to you.
Through blogs and podcasts, you can explore your passions, connect with like-minded girls, and inspire action.
Join the First Cohort!
We’re looking for the first group of girls to create our inaugural piece of content for LeadHER Voices! This will occur from mid-February to the end of March, aligning the theme with Women’s History Month.
Deadline to apply: Sunday, February 9, 2025, 11:59 PM
As a LeadHER Voice participant, you will:
- Create: Share your unique stories, research, and ideas in blog posts and podcasts
- Collaborate: Work with other youth leaders to brainstorm, refine, and develop meaningful content
- Learn: Attend virtual training sessions to develop your content creation, research, and editing skills.
- Impact: Educate and inspire others on important topics
Selection Criteria
- Must be between the ages of 13-24
- Must identify as a girl, woman, or gender non-conforming youth
- Must be from/located in the United States.
- Must be a current Girl Up member
- Have the capacity to attend and contribute to monthly meetings.
- Commit at least 10 hours per month to their role.
- Agree to participate in Girl Up USA’s social media content
YOUTH INVOLVEMENT
This is a girl-led project that values collaboration and creativity! You’ll not only create content but also engage in peer editing to refine and elevate each other’s work.
Committee Roles
- Team Organizer: Facilitate team meetings, take notes, maintain communication among participants, and ensure everyone stays on track with deadlines. Lead discussions, conduct interviews, and connect with talent for content.
- Content Creators: Research and write/script long-form content such as blogs or podcasts, ensuring it is informative and impactful.
- Lead Editor: Oversee the blog edits, ensuring consistency, quality, and alignment with Girl Up’s mission. Oversee the podcast video and sound edits, ensuring consistency, quality, and alignment with Girl Up’s mission
