Girls' Academy Program Outline
    
Girls who are empowered with the information taught in this program are equipped with tools and information to make positive choices and educated decisions regarding their lives. To value themselves and be in charge of their lives by being assertive, standing up for themselves and what they believe in. To know that they are worthy of going after their dreams and being part of healthy relationships.
 
Topics in the GIRLS' ACADEMY PACKAGE include:
  
  • Team building exercises to encourage positive relationships with other females rather than negative competitiveness that has become destructive in our culture among girls.
  • Tools for self-reflection and discovery
  • An appreciation of her own multi-faceted giftedness and beauty (self esteem)
  • Body knowledge and respect
  • Media literacy
  • Critical thinking skills
  • Lessons learned from women in history
  • Empowerment in math and science studies
      
  • Value of risk-taking
  • Awareness and trust in her intuitive wisdom
  • Critical analytical tools in relation to media and societal messages
  • Effective communication skills
  • Assertiveness skill training
  • Responsibility for her own decisions
  • Awareness of her capacity to create her own path
  • Leadership skills
  • Development of networks and webs of support
  • Entrepreneurial and financial skills
      
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