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Girls Write Now has been featured in The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, Fast Company, Teen Vogue, The Today Show, Book Riot, The Kelly Clarkson Show, and many more.
Girls Write Now is Featured in Crunchy Tales Article Highlighting the Importance of Mentoring
Girls Write Now was recently featured on Crunchy Tales as a great organization to become involved in as a later-in-life Mentor.
Girls Write Now with Melinda French Gates as She Launches her New Book
Girls Write Now was invited to hear Melinda French Gates speak at the New York City Center about her new release, The Next Day: Transitions, Change, and Moving Forward. The book is published through Moment of Lift and Flatiron Books, an imprint of Girls Write Now partner Macmillan Publishers. Girls Write Now is also a three-time grantee of Melinda Gates' Upswing Fund for Adolescent Mental Health.
Mentee Lydia Bach Makes Waves with Recent Publication, Today Show Appearance & Frazzled Lit Shout-Out
Congratulations to mentee Lydia Bach, whose list of accomplishments has been growing exponentially this year, including a publication, a feature on the Today Show, and inclusion on a short story longlist!
Rupi Kaur Shouts Out Girls Write Now on The Kelly Clarkson Show for International Day of the Girl
Poet and Girls Write Now Honoree Alum Rupi Kaur gave Girls Write Now a shout out on the Kelly Clarkson Show in honor of International Day of the Girl.
7 Ways to Make Younger Friends in Retirement
August 11th, 2022 The Wall Street Journal “Intergenerational friendships can be powerful. The trick is starting them”. The Wall Street
Mentee Madison Mailutha Honored in Teen Writing Contest
Fourteen-year-old mentee Madison Mailutha was named an honorable mention in New York Public Library's James Baldwin Teen Creative Contest, which asked teens in New York City to take inspiration from Baldwin's work to tell the world what they're passionate about.
Abbi Jacobson Talks with Girls Write Now About Prelude Fellowship
Girls Write Now honoree and longtime champion Abbi Jacobson recently spoke with Girls Write Now about her new initiative, the Prelude Fellowship. Applications are due November 10!
Cover Reveal for the Girls Write Now 2025 Anthology: Hope Lives In Our Words
It’s almost here! The Girls Write Now 2025 Anthology will be published August 26, 2025 via Dutton Books, in collaboration
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5 Ways to Support Undocumented and First Gen Youth
You can be a safe resource during an uncertain time for immigrant youth and their families. Find ways to support undocumented and first generation youth.
The Associated Press Writes About Girls Write Now and Kindness in the Workplace
The Associated Press (AP) features Girls Write Now as an organization leading with kindness.
Girls Write Now Monday Memo: January 26, 2026
Hey, It's Me…It's Your Monday Memo! Plus, get personalized help from mentors on demand.
Girls Write Now Monday Memo: January 19, 2026
Honoring the Activists Who Came Before Us…It's Your Monday Memo! Plus, how mentors can help support undocumented youth and first generation mentees
Girls Write Now Partners with Storyshares for Multicultural Storytelling
Through the Storytelling Across Languages and Cultures Journey, Participants Bring a Diversity of Voices to the Page
Girls Write Now Monday Memo: January 12, 2026
Peace Mural, Prompts & Poetry…It's Your Monday Memo! Plus, Founder Maya Nussbaum Named Visionary Defining Purpose & Impact
The New Age of Philanthropy: Founder Maya Nussbaum Named Visionary Defining Purpose & Impact
In Lifestyles' issue of the most impactful philanthropists, Girls Write Now Founder & Executive Director is featured as a force in building creative community, showcasing the organization as a thought leader in education; a national platform for vulnerable voices; a network organizer; and an essential antidote to the loneliness, isolation, and eroding democracy caused by polarized communication.
Contribute to the CITYarts 50 States of Peace Exhibition & Mural
In recognition of the 250th anniversary year of the United States, CITYarts is creating a mural in Washington D.C. in 2026 with art and writing by students across the country, all centered around the theme of peace. Girls Write Now has been invited to participate, and we need your submissions!
Girls Write Now Monday Memo: January 5, 2026
Great News, You Still Have Time to Apply…It's Your Monday Memo! Plus, learn how to support people struggling with their mental health.
Girls Write Now Monday Memo: December 29, 2025
On Endings & Beginnings…It's Your Monday Memo! Plus, Gatsby, gifts & getting set for Spring 2026!
