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Press Highlights
rbc foundation usa
In highlighting Girls Write Now as an impactful nonprofit partner, our partner RBC Foundation USA sat with mentee alum and Editorial Intern Dolores Haze, alongside her mentor Brenda Henry-Offor. Read more
Makeuseof
“When you’re a part of the Girls Write Now community, you’ll get exposed to an extensive network and a variety of tools, which include tips and guides, writing prompts and inspiration, as well as college and career resources. You can also find a collection of stories by writers from a diverse community. The community also provides a pool of mentors, artists, and more.” Read more
girls write now + Jenna Bush Hager
Jenna Bush Hager, co-host of TODAY with Hoda & Jenna and Girls Write Now Founder & Executive Director Maya Nussbaum were in conversation about the power of reading—for all ages—on NBCU’s “The More You Know,” a PSA initiative that has included Steph Curry and John Legend with the goal to spark dialogue to create change. Read more
Glamour
“Mentorship programs are one of the most rewarding ways to use your volunteer hours that will have impacts long after your hours are over. At Girls Write Now, you’ll join a diverse community of mentors and mentees where you’ll get just as much as you give.” Read more
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The ruth weiss Foundation Honors Three Girls Write Now Mentees for Poetry
The ruth weiss Foundation names two Girls Write Now mentees as winners and one as a finalist in annual poetry awards
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Book Riot Names Girls Write Now Top Place to Volunteer
In light of the holiday season and the general spirit of giving that it inspires in people, Book Riot identified a few organizations with meaningful reading volunteer opportunities, including Girls Write Now
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Girls Write Now Mentor Is Featured in Patch News
Writer and Girls Write Now mentor Vera Sirota is featured by Patch News amidst the release of her poetry collection, “We Bow To No One”
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NBCUniversal & Reel Works Partner with Girls Write Now for New Video
NBCUniversal and Reel Works, through the Creative Impact Lab, collaborate with Girls Write Now for a special video featuring members of our community
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Borgen Magazine Mentions Girls Write Now as Partner of The Barbie Dream Gap Project
Borgen Magazine mentions Girls Write Now as a partner of Mattel’s The Barbie Dream Gap Project
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Our Continued Support for Our Community Amidst the Israel-Hamas War
An updated statement of support for our community amidst the Israel-Hamas war
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RBC Foundation USA Spotlights Girls Write Now as Part of Change a Life Video Series
The RBC Foundation USA spotlights Girls Write Now as a nonprofit partner that empowers youth in their Change a Life video series
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Mentee Alum Kayla Morgan Reflects on Shonda Rhimes at Mattel Summit
At the 2023 Cause Marketing Summit, mentee alum Kayla Morgan spoke about her experience talking to Shonda Rhimes on behalf of Girls Write Now
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Photo of Ayesha Curry at the 2023 Girls Write Now Awards is Featured in Penta
Penta, a publication about asset management, includes a photo from the 2023 Girls Write Now Awards in their feature of Ayesha Curry
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Zibby Mag Covers The Girls Write Now 2023 Awards Ceremony
Zibby Mag, led and founded by Girls Write Now 2023 honoree Zibby Owens, details the Girls Write Now 2023 Awards that took place on October 12 at Diane von Furstenberg Studios.
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Maya Nussbaum Named a 2023 Power Player in Education by PoliticsNY & amNY Metro Power Players in Education
PoliticsNY & amNY Metro Power Players in Education names Maya Nussbaum, Founder and Executive Director of Girls Write Now, a 2023 Power Player in Education.
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MakeUseOf: The 8 Best Online Writing Communities for Women
October 2nd, 2023 MakeUseOf Girls Write Now is named one of the best online writing communities for women by the…
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Girls Write Now Mentees Speak Up on Grief Awareness Day for The Yellow Tulip Project Blog
3 Girls Write Now Mentee Alumni Wrote Personal Reflections on Grief for The Yellow Tulip Project
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Mentee Allison Sengkhounmany Attends New York Times Summer Academy
Mentee Allison spent a summer in NYC networking, building skills, and meeting her mentor in-person for the first time.