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GirlGov GirlGov is WGF’s successful civic engagement program for those who identify as high-school-aged young

Never filled out a mail-in ballot before? No worries, we’ve got you covered! Check out our guide above to learn more abo...
09/26/2024

Never filled out a mail-in ballot before? No worries, we’ve got you covered! Check out our guide above to learn more about how to fill-out a mail-in/absentee ballot. Don’t forget! The deadline to request a mail-in ballot is October 29th, and we recommend requesting ASAP!

It’s Banned Books Week (Sept 22-28)! 📚✨Dive into this year’s banned books and empower yourself with knowledge. Mass cens...
09/24/2024

It’s Banned Books Week (Sept 22-28)! 📚✨

Dive into this year’s banned books and empower yourself with knowledge. Mass censure of the very real histories and experiences of marginalized Americans is scary. The more they try to silence you, the more you should question as to why you are being silenced! Discover our 2024 picks from Compass Collective Books above.

What is your favorite banned book? Share with us in the comments below.

We had so much fun at the GirlGov retreat last Saturday and at our first GirlGov session last night! Sad that you missed...
09/19/2024

We had so much fun at the GirlGov retreat last Saturday and at our first GirlGov session last night! Sad that you missed out? That’s ok! We accept GirlGov applications on a rolling basis so you are welcome to apply and join us for meetings at any point throughout the program year. Apply in our bio. Please DM us or email [email protected] with any questions about how to participate!

Today is National Voter Registration Day! Voting is the most important way that you can make your voice heard. If you li...
09/17/2024

Today is National Voter Registration Day! Voting is the most important way that you can make your voice heard. If you live in PA, make sure that you are registered to vote before October 21!

Yesterday marked the start of which falls between September 15 and October 15. In honor of HHM, we wanted to recommend...
09/16/2024

Yesterday marked the start of which falls between September 15 and October 15. In honor of HHM, we wanted to recommend some books by Latinx authors. Knowledge is power and there is no better way to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month than by educating yourself about issues impacting the Latinx community and showing support.

Not sure if you’re going to be able to make it to the polls on Election Day? No worries! Check out our guide on how to a...
09/13/2024

Not sure if you’re going to be able to make it to the polls on Election Day? No worries! Check out our guide on how to apply for a mail-in ballot! The deadline to request a mail-in ballot is October 29th, and we recommend requesting ASAP.

Preventing gun violence also means preventing suicides. The majority of firearm-related deaths are suicides. It’s crucia...
09/12/2024

Preventing gun violence also means preventing suicides. The majority of firearm-related deaths are suicides. It’s crucial to educate yourself about the role of gun violence prevention and support policies that incorporate these strategies. Your advocacy can make a significant difference in reducing these tragic numbers.

Mark Your Calendar 🗓️‼️The Allegheny Youth Vote Huddle is approaching quickly! This is a really cool opportunity to meet...
09/09/2024

Mark Your Calendar 🗓️‼️

The Allegheny Youth Vote Huddle is approaching quickly! This is a really cool opportunity to meet other young people who are interested in civic engagement and passionate about voting rights. Register at the link in our bio to attend!

Have you applied to be a part of GirlGov this year? Check the email that you applied with and make sure to RSVP for the ...
09/06/2024

Have you applied to be a part of GirlGov this year? Check the email that you applied with and make sure to RSVP for the fall retreat by the end of the day on 9/9! Fall retreat kicks off the start of the GirlGov program. It is a day of fun activities, free food, and team bonding that you will not want to miss out on! Have questions? DM us or email [email protected]!

Are you eligible to vote in November? Are you a new voter? Don’t forget to register before October 21! What if you are ...
08/26/2024

Are you eligible to vote in November? Are you a new voter? Don’t forget to register before October 21!

What if you are a college student who won’t be home to go to the polls in November? Make sure you request your mail-in ballot by October 29!

Going to the polls on November 5? They are open from 7AM to 8PM so make sure you’re able to get to your polling place within that time frame. (Remember, if you are in line to vote by then, you are eligible to vote even if it is after 8PM. Stay in line and exercise your right!)

The Women and Girls Foundation is a proud member of the Allegheny Youth Vote Coalition and we want to invite you to join...
08/23/2024

The Women and Girls Foundation is a proud member of the Allegheny Youth Vote Coalition and we want to invite you to join us for the Allegheny Youth Vote Huddle on September 19th! This is a neat opportunity to meet other young people who are interested in civic engagement and passionate about voting rights. Register at the link in our bio to attend!

We are still accepting applications for the 2024-25 program year! Our fall retreat is on September 14th. Apply by Septem...
08/20/2024

We are still accepting applications for the 2024-25 program year! Our fall retreat is on September 14th. Apply by September 1st in order to attend, you don’t want to miss it! :)

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