Community Programs

Community programs are open to all girls from across Long Island, regardless of whether or not they participate in our school-based programs.

Girls Inc. of Long Island community programs address all aspects of a girl’s life and helps her discover and develop her inherent strengths.

Spring Empowerment Conference

Spring Empowerment Conference
for girls in grades 6-12
Saturday, April 5, 2025
9:00 am – 4:00 pm
Nassau Community College

This annual girls conference – now in its 11th year – is a day of Bonding, Learning, and Self Exploration dedicated to being Strong (healthy), Smart (educated), and Bold (independent). Girls gain strategies and tools to conquer challenges most relevant to their everyday lives. Middle and High school girls participate in creative workshops, interactive activities, and meet with female professionals to gain direct insight into the opportunities that await them. Girls will leave the conference Stronger, Smarter, and Bolder!

Guest Speaker: Morgan Taylor, VP of Business Operations, ​Long Island Nets​ | ​New York Liberty​

Middle School Breakouts: Digital Wellness: Develop an Intentional & Healthy Relationship with Technology. Led by Girls Inc. program partner #HalfTheStory*
High School Breakouts: Conflict Resolution and Navigating Romantic Relationships
Hot Topic Breakouts: Improving Self-Image and Self Confidence
Career Speed Mentoring: Build professional connections and explore the breadth of career opportunities

Registration

Fee: $25
Open to any girl in Grades 6-12
Event Includes:

  • Light Breakfast, Lunch & Snacks
  • DJ & Photobooth entertainment
  • Optional transportation from Brentwood High School to and from conference
Register for Spring Empowerment Conference
For Inquiries & Financial Assistance:
Email Paige Jelinek, Program Coordinator at ​pjelinek@girlsinclongisland.org
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Volunteer:
Volunteer as a Career Speed Mentor

About Our Program Partner:

 

*#HalfTheStory is a non-profit dedicated to improving the next generation’s relationship with technology. As the first youth-led non-profit of its kind, #HalfTheStory focuses on progressing education and advocacy work surrounding social media and tech use. As part of #HalfTheStory’s​ partnership​ with Girls Inc., girls will have the exciting opportunity to help design and test the Girls Inc. Edition of Social Media – making you one of the very first to shape its future — Girls will take part in fun and interactive activities where your ideas and creativity will take center stage as we work together to build a program that’s all about you and your experiences! Social Media U, a #HalfTheStory program, is designed for and with youth to explore how emotional health and digital habits are connected. Together, we’ll work on ways to build a healthier relationship with technology.

Our Program Supporters:

 

Bold Future Leaders

Bold Future Leaders brings together high school girls (grades 9-12) to develop strong leadership, advocacy, and college and career readiness skills. Our comprehensive approach helps develop girls’ interpersonal relationships, financial literacy, gain practical life skills, and confidence… thus equipping girls to become our community’s next leader, change-makers, and economically independent women.

Topics covered in this program include: healthy relationships, goal-setting, resume writing, communication, career exploration, and budgeting & investing.

Participants must meet the attendance requirement of missing no more than 3 sessions throughout the program duration to remain in Bold Future Leaders.

This program is sponsored by Bank of America.

If you’re Interested in participating in any of our community programs, contact Susan Dunbar, Program Manager at sdunbar@girlsinclongisland.org