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Samantha.Scott — Fri, 22 Apr 2011 10:48:08 -0700

It’s Earth Day! So Carla of our Eureka! InnovaTE3 environmental engineering program shared our girls’ top three tips for being green:

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Wed, 20 Apr 2011 15:57:59 -0700

Sexual shame contributes largely to the lack of accurate health and sexuality information in the world.  Because many of us are taught to feel shame about our sexual thoughts, feelings, behaviors, and attitudes, breaking the silence and creating ease and conversation around sexuality issues is a challenge. Read more »

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Wed, 23 Mar 2011 14:11:18 -0700

Last year, I blogged about the importance of Kathryn Bigelow’s Academy Award wins for Best Director and Best Picture. I noted:

“While it is important for films to have a positive portrayal of women, it is infinitely more powerful for women to be on the other side of the camera – telling the story and deciding how stories get told.” Read more »

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Mon, 14 Mar 2011 13:51:43 -0700

ever been kidnapped

by a poet

if i were a poet

i'd kidnap you

put you in my phrases and meter

you to jones beach

or maybe coney island

or maybe just to my house

lyric you in lilacs

dash you in the rain

blend into the beach

to complement my see

play the lyre for you

ode you with my love song

anything to win you

wrap you in the red Black green

show you off to mama

yeah if i were a poet i'd kid

nap you -- “Kidnap Poem” by Nikki Giovanni Read more »

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Tue, 08 Mar 2011 16:57:52 -0800

This month we celebrate women- appreciating the strength, power and sacrifice that has come before us.

A few of our girls draw from the past and celebrate today by submitting a few haikus.

We're tough, we don't bluff

Girls Inc. supports us to be strong;

not fear who we want to be!-Damaris, 13 years old

Girls are strong, smart, bold

We work hard and try our best.

I love my sisters!- Oshanay, 12 years old

Strong, Smart, and Bold, yes!

I play,do my best always. Read more »

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Tue, 15 Feb 2011 10:16:47 -0800

It's become ritual to check Facebook Status Updates before leaving for work. One of my friends posted a black history fact that I found interesting this morning. Read more »

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Fri, 11 Feb 2011 08:30:47 -0800

My culture is rich in history. Rooted in faith. Birthed from royalty. Descended to tragedy. Wrapped in fortitude. Alive through change. Nourished by determination!

Ever been told the story of Bessie Coleman? This courageous woman was the first female African American aviator. Read more »

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Wed, 02 Feb 2011 08:26:09 -0800

Someday I will be apart of the best volleyball team in the East Bay! My body will be healthy and keep growing and I won’t be unhealthy. It’s important for girls to participate in sports so we can work out and not be so bored! Read more »

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Tue, 01 Feb 2011 20:22:09 -0800

According to the Women's Sports Foundation, research shows that girls who play sports do better in school than those who don't. Exercise improves learning, memory, and concentration, which can give active girls an advantage in the classroom. Girls Inc. understands the importance of creating intentional time and space for all girls to have the opportunity to PLAY! Read more »

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Wed, 26 Jan 2011 14:28:45 -0800

Girls Inc. applauds President Barack Obama for his recognition of science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) education and achievement as vital to the success of our nation. Read more »