We are always excited to celebrate the accomplishments of Girls Write Now mentors and friends, and this week we have two new book announcements!
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Mentor Jordan Gass-Poore’ Uncovers Environmental Threats in “Hazard NJ”
Join Girls Write Now mentor Jordan Gass-Poore’ each week on Hazard NJ, her new podcast from WLIW and NJ Spotlight News.
How NBCUniversal Is Making Purpose a Work Perk
June 25th, 2022 The Hollywood Reporter Hilary Smith, executive vp corporate social responsibility at NBCU, reflects on the company’s various iniatives, including a Community Impact Fund that awarded grants to…
When Abortion Rights Are Under Attack, How Do We Fight Back?
In light of the recently leaked Supreme Court draft decision overturning Roe v. Wade, our community shares resources and stories in support of abortion rights.
Make Money this Summer
June 26th, 2022 The New York Times Girls Write Now mentee Alex Berman was interviewed by The New York Times about her work as a freelance writer and illustrator. “There’s…
TBR Book List: Pride Month Edition!
This June, we’re celebrating queer love, friendship, and pride by delving into some of the work from Girls Write Now community members.
Why Non-Moms Are an Asset to Mothers Everywhere
May 10th, 2022 She Knows Girls Write Now mentor and Board alumna Marci Alboher writes for She Knows about motherhood, guidance, and mentorship. “For years, I’ve been a supporter and…
Mocktails for the ‘Taking Root’ Launch Party
It’s time to celebrate the launch of our 2022 anthology with Taking Root-themed mocktails! Whip up one of these delicious drinks for our launch party on May 20 and help us toast the newest Girls Write Now anthology.
Celebrate Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month with Girls Write Now Teaching Artists and Honorees
We’re celebrating #AAPImonth by digging into some of the work by some of the incredible Asian American and Pacific Islander writers, storytellers, Teaching Artists, and friends in the Girls Write Now community. Your read, watch, and listen lists for this summer just got longer!
Join Mentee-Mentor Pair Hazel Agicha & Nikki Palumbo at our ‘Taking Root’ Anthology Launch Party on May 20!
Nominations Open for Posse Scholarship for High School Students
Learn how Girls Write Mentees can be nominated for a four-year, full-tuition scholarship!
Viola Davis Joins Keisha Lance Bottoms in Virtual Conversation About New Memoir ‘Finding Me’
April 27th, 2022 Ebony Magazine Girls Write Now recently teamed up with HarperOne, EBONY Publishing, and Jack and Jill of America Inc to celebrate the launch of Viola Davis’ new…
Mentor Meg Cassidy Opens Doors for Mentees at Fortier
Are you a high school senior interested in joining the Fortier Public Relations team? Apply now for the Publicity Internship to gain new skills and be mentored by senior publicists!…
Mentee Q+A with Viola Davis
On Tuesday, April 26 at 7 PM ET, Girls Write Now teams up with HarperCollins for a virtual book launch celebrating Viola Davis’ new memoir, FINDING ME, in conversation with…
City Limits | Girls Write Now Mentees Report on the NY State Plastic Bag Ban
Girls Write Now Mentees Filomena Baker, Natalia Lashley and Cynthia Leung helped interview more than 50 bodega owners and store workers as part of the CLARIFY (The City Limits Accountability Reporting Initiative For Youth) internship program to assess the impact of the New York state plastic bag ban.