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As Girls Write Now approaches 25 years of excellence in programming, Ambassadors are helping to raise $2.5 million to meet our highest demand ever, empowering the next generation of writers and leaders for at least another 25 years—and enriching all sectors with strong writers and diverse perspectives.
Testimonials
Words From Our Community
“Girls Write Now reminds young women and gender-expansive creatives—especially those from underrepresented backgrounds—that their voices matter, their opinions count, and they are important. Over the years, my admiration for their mission has only deepened. It’s an organization that builds confidence, provides opportunities, and offers unwavering support.
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Jon Yaged
Honoree
“I’m returning to Girls Write Now with an interesting perspective. I am a recruiter at Hearst Magazines, while also being a freelance writer outside of work hours. Before ending up on this career path, I didn’t have many connections to reach out to while forging the start of my career, but I knew Girls Write Now was a resource. While I was a mentee, I had imposter syndrome and felt like maybe I wasn’t cut out to be with other writers. But Girls Write Now gave me the confidence I needed to continue forward. When I graduated college, I was able to make a name for myself by forging connections.
Overall, now I understand how to navigate a competitive landscape and network as best I can—while also holding the key to how to get a job in magazine publishing. Now that I am a mentor, I want to show my mentee that there is a place for them in this industry. My goal is to form a strong bond and use my industry knowledge, my network, and my listening skills to understand what they need most. If they are shy like me, I will help them break out of their shell, show them how to make connections in their industry of choice, so that once they make it there it’s much easier. Their own imposter syndrome may hinder them at first, but—as Girls Write Now has done for me—they’ll gain more confidence with time.”
Julia Mercado
Mentee Alum and Mentor
“I bring my most authentic self to any table or any room. This means that I bring my most human self to the workplace, trusting that if I have aligned myself with the right organization, I will not meet any resistance to be who I am. If there is resistance, I am not in alignment. This understanding is what led me to Girls Write Now and what informs what I do. As a Fellow, I have advocated for what I expect from this opportunity, and in turn my strengths are properly utilized and my weaknesses fortified.”
Sally Familia
Current or Former Staff/Intern
“When I came to Girls Write Now, I was hit with unlimited sources of inspiration, and learned not only what it means to mature in my writing, but as a person as well. Joining the Career Journey turned into another moment for me to grow. I learned how to collaborate and looked for ways to fully step into a more mature, self-assured person. I engaged in candid, vulnerable conversations with Girls Write Now staff about the heavy transition from school to the ‘real world’, gaining the support system I didn’t realize I needed through Girls Write Now. Prep through my Career Journey prepared me to step into a new role as Editorial Intern at Girls Write Now. I swear I feel like crying just trying to express my gratitude.”
Dolores Haze
Current or Former Staff/Intern and Mentee
“Being a Community Manager at Girls Write Now means finding joy and purpose in the work we do each day. Supporting young creatives on their pathways to self-actualization, creating programs that enable them to grow, and embracing the variety of initiatives and ideas that flourish through the minds and hearts of the Girls Write Now community is humbling and inspiring. The Girls Write Now team is made up of dedicated, passionate people who get an enormous amount done and laugh frequently throughout the day. It’s a fantastic place to work where we’re all humans first and employees second.
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Emily Rigby
Current or Former Staff/Intern
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