Yesterday's theme of unity and hope left us feeling inspired, energized and ready to influence big change in our world. The reverberating words of Amanda Gorman, the youngest inauguration poet in U.S. history and the 2017 National Youth Poet Laureate, echo in our minds and hearts as we reflect on the past year, and envision a just future.
Read MoreHosted by New York Comedian Abbi Crutchfield, the Nonprofit’s First-ever Virtual Gala Will Feature Honoree Viola Davis, Celebrity Guest Lineup and Social Justice Performances.
Read MoreFirst and foremost, our deepest thoughts and prayers are with the families of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, Manuel Ellis, Modesto Reyes, Jamel Floyd, Ahmaud Arbery, Tony McDade, David McAtee, Maurice Gordon, Shali Tilson, and the countless Black lives that have been mercilessly taken due to racism and prejudice in our country. Right now, and always, we honor those that have fallen victim to egregious police brutality that is only one manifestation of perpetually failing and broken systems.
Read MoreThe Girl Be Heard team and community hopes that you are staying safe and healthy during these unprecedented times. We wanted to share a list of various services and helpful resources below that are being offered in NYC area, as well as online, during the COVID-19 crisis.
Read MoreDear Friends, Partners, and Colleagues, After almost ten years of service, I am stepping down to welcome new leadership to take the helm of Girl Be Heard. It has been an opportunity of a lifetime to serve as Girl Be Heard’s Founding Executive Director. However, I know in my heart of hearts, that it is time for new leadership.
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