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Fireside Chat with Justice Kelli Evans
We were honored to welcome Justice Kelli Evans of the California Supreme Court for a special fireside chat with our middle and high school students. Justice Evans, who has dedicated her career to public service and advancing fairness within the justice system, shared insights from her professional journey and the values that have guided her work. What made the experience especially meaningful was the opportunity for conversation. Justice Evans didn’t just speak to our stude
4 days ago


Mock Trial with U.S. District Judge Rita F. Lin
Our middle schoolers traded their notebooks for legal pads as they stepped inside the San Francisco Federal Courthouse for a two-day mock trial experience led by U.S. District Judge Rita F. Lin. On day one, students were presented with a case scenario and selected to serve as either Plaintiff’s Counsel or Defendant’s Counsel. They analyzed the facts, built their arguments, and drafted opening statements—preparing to present in a real federal courtroom. On day two, they took t
5 days ago


Girls Practice Democracy Through Storytelling and Art with Guidance from the Smithsonian Institute
This fall, we partnered with the Smithsonian Institute to engage youth in Democracy in Dialogue, a national curriculum that invites young people to explore democracy through lived experience—exploring their own stories, identities, and communities while learning from peers in other parts of the country. Rather than learning about democracy from a text book, Democracy in Dialogue invites students to utilize core democratic skills in their every day lives: listening across diff
Feb 3


Welcome Cohort 4 of Expanded Learning Apprentices
We proudly launched the fourth cohort of our Expanded Learning Apprenticeship, a first-of-its-kind earn-and-learn program in California designed to build pathways into the education field. At our recent launch event, we celebrated these future educators with a day of networking, team building, and celebration. Apprentices met their peers and partners, received their backpacks loaded with school supplies, and were welcomed into a strong community of mentors and supporters.
Oct 10, 2025


Woodworking Workshop Introduces Youth to the Skilled Trades
This summer, Girls Inc. of Alameda County launched its Women in Trades Pilot Program, introducing high school girls to career pathways in the skilled trades. The program kicked off with woodworking workshops facilitated by the Retention Apprenticeship Program (RAMP) and led by union carpenter Olwyn Brown and an all-women crew of carpentry professionals. Under their guidance, high schoolers learned how to safely use tools and build their own carpentry project, choosing between
Jul 30, 2025


A Local Gateway to Global Trade – Participants Go Behind-the-Scenes at Port of Oakland
An immersive summer field trip offered participants a rare look into the industries and careers that power the movement of goods from...
Jul 23, 2025


Celebrating 20 Years of Learning, Leadership, and Community at Concordia Park in East Oakland
This summer marks 20 years of Girls Inc. of Alameda County programming at Concordia Park—a milestone that honors not just the longevity...
Jun 24, 2025


The San Francisco Giants Hit a Homerun with Girls Day
In honor of Girls Day, the San Francisco Giants hosted a special pregame panel at China Basin Park, bringing together influential women...
Jun 8, 2025


Summer Programs Keep Youth Engaged and Help Bridge the Opportunity Gap
We know that over the summer, there are limited opportunities for learning and enrichment—especially ones that are affordable and...
Jun 5, 2025


Building Brighter Financial Futures with Comerica Bank
This #FinancialLiteracyMonth, our high schoolers dove into the world of banking and credit—learning how to make smart money moves now to...
Apr 29, 2025


2025 Strong, Smart & Bold Luncheon Equips Youth for Success!
Thank you to our Board Members, Sponsors, Investors, Women of Impact, and our entire community who joined in celebrating our Scholars at...
Apr 25, 2025


A Day of Designing Dreams with CRI, San Francisco
Our youth stepped into the world of design and creativity during an inspiring visit to CRI, San Francisco , a women-owned office...
Apr 23, 2025
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