How LiveGirl Helped Me Grow:

LiveGirl has taught me to be authentically myself – to be my loud, enthusiastic, energetic, and charismatic self. LiveGirl has helped me grow significantly in the way I view myself as a leader and the way I lead others has shown me how to be confident in my leadership skills and personality. Through LiveGirl, I have learned the importance of intentionally making space for others.

I had the joy and privilege of being a camp counselor for the LiveGirl summer camp. This experience helped me to explore a passion for supporting young girls and further confirmed my desire to do so as an elementary school teacher. 

The LiveGirl moment that changed my life was a discussion at Camp LiveGirl about natural hair and the negative stigmas surrounding it. As a camp counselor for a group of predominantly black girls, and being one myself, I was very interested to see how the conversation would unfold. While each girl spoke about her own experience everyone listened with care, showing us that we were heard. In that moment, the little black girl inside of me felt comforted knowing that while I may not look like everyone else in the room, I was still valued and cared for. The camp director, Alison, further affirmed and comforted all the black girls in the room. 

This moment will forever be a core memory as it helped heal a part of me. It reassured me that, with the help of LiveGirl, little black girls won't have anything to heal from when they reach my age.

Message of Gratitude:

I want the LiveGirl staff and mentors to know that I am so deeply grateful for them and their sacrifice! As a high school mentor, I was able to follow the incredible example the Confidence Coaches and mentors gave me. Thank you for taking the time to get to know me and for walking patiently alongside me during my toughest season.

How LiveGirl is Changing The World:

LiveGirl is changing lives!! I have seen and experienced firsthand how LiveGirl is bridging the gap for all women in the workforce and education system. LiveGirl’s Confidence Coaches and mentors take the time to truly get to know you and address your specific needs. Since joining LiveGirl, it has only evolved and progressed in its programs for students, scholarships, and resources focused on success.