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December 25 - 31
Featured Girls Write Now Story
Noodles & Pasta: Different Yet the Same
By Mentee Alum Kathryn Gioiosa
I wrote this piece to reflect on my favorite tradition every year—my family's Christmas Eve dinners, which demonstrate my multi-cultural background through the food that we eat.
Give. Write. Now.
Karina & Ellen: Mentorship for Life
“My most rewarding experience was meeting my mentor Ellen. She's been super encouraging and helpful during a year that's been filled with a lot of change and uncertainty.” —Mentee Karina
I have witnessed firsthand the profound impact that mentorship can have on a young person's life. Now through December 31, I will match every donation dollar-for-dollar up to $10,000 total so we can double our impact. Together, let's be the catalysts for positive change in the lives of these young mentees. Your contribution, no matter the size, will make a difference.
—Ellen Archer, Mentor & Board Chair, Girls Write Now
Community Spotlight
STORY COLLECTION
Best of 2023
Highlighting the Gems in Our Collection
The talent of the Girls Write Now community shines in our Best of 2023 Collection. The '23 works selected showcase what makes our community stand out: bold, authentic voice, passionate storytelling, and a drive to share a unique perspective with the world.
WRITING OUR WAY TO WELLNESS
Ep. 7: Teenagehood: Healing, Hurting & Writing Pt. 2
Featuring Sally Familia & Chloe Lee
In the second part of this restorative episode of Writing Our Way to Wellness, Community Coordinator Sally Familia and Mentee Chloe Lee discuss the value of journaling and sitting with yourself intentionally. The tools and advice they discuss provide solace not just for today's youth, but for the adults and future teens in their lives.
KYNDRYL + GIRLS WRITE NOW
The Poetry of Technology
An Evening of Collaborative Writing & Career Exploration
Girls Write Now mentees and employees of leading tech company Kyndryl came together for an evening of poetry, tech talk, and pizza at Girls Write Now's headquarters in New York. Through a collaborative writing exercise and a career chat, mentees and Kyndryl employees alike were able to flex their creative muscles and expand their networks.
Prompt of the Week
From An NBCU Partner Workshop
What's worthy of celebration to you? Make your own holiday that celebrates it! Decide when, where, and how this holiday is commemorated.
Inspired by our Make Your Own Holiday workshop with NBCU and the "Festivus" episode in the hit NBC show Seinfeld, this prompt encourages us to kick stress to the curb and embrace our own inner holiday!
After the Workshop,
Creativity Flourishes
With hundreds of community writing events every year, Girls Write Now has moved people to make new and exciting work. Read a few of their pieces and engage with the workshops that inspired them.
INSPIRED BY A FRIDAY NIGHT SALON
Glasshouse Fever Dream
By Mentee Michelle Seucan
I attended a Friday Night Salon entitled "Seeing Poetry in the Dark: Night Logic and Haunting Images with Gabrielle Bates," where the opening exercise was to spend five minutes writing a poem inspired by the title "Dance Party at the Public Glasshouse." So I wrote my poem about a party girl experiencing parties and euphoric nights as a strange fever dream in a mirror house.
INSPIRED BY A BIC PARTNER WORKSHOP
Method Acting
By Mentee Alum & Staff Member Julia Andresakis
I can trace the inception of this odd little piece back to a workshop with BIC employees about interviewing. The opening lines prompt highlighted some unusual, jokey jobs like "professional sleeper" and "iceberg mover," which got me thinking about a ridiculous job taken to the extreme.
INSPIRED BY A COMMUNITY CHAT
Thank You, Dr. Mary Beck: Meet the Trailblazing Ukrainian American Councilwoman Who Saved My Family
By Mentor Vera Sirota
I had the privilege to participate in Sheena Daree Miller's Community Chat called "Chronicling Our Lives" in honor of Women's History Month. This workshop inspired me to record the story of my family's connection to Councilwoman Marusia Beck. My resolve to complete this piece was strengthened with Russia's invasion of Ukraine. My greatest hope is for all refugees to encounter the generosity of a person like Councilwoman Marusia Beck in their time of need. I also would like to find any of her living relatives so I can express my gratitude for what Marusia did for our family.
Get The Gig!
PARTNER JOB OPPORTUNITY
Mattel
American Girl New York, Experience Associate
The American Girl New York City retail store is looking for a dynamic individual as a Part-Time Experience Associate, who has the manual and interpersonal skills to deliver friendly and informative service, as well as the flexibility to adapt to changing business needs.
For Partner Job & Internship Opportunities, fill out the Employment Interest Form after submitting the application so Girls Write Now can support you during the application process!
Check out more opportunities here.
PARTNER INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITY
BIC Foundation
Category Management/Shopper Insights Intern
Is diving into and analyzing data and trends a passion of yours? If so, come join our Category Management team at BIC! We are looking for a dynamic, detail-oriented, and people-focused CatMan/Shopper Insights Intern for Summer 2024.
For Partner Job & Internship Opportunities, fill out the Employment Interest Form after submitting the application so Girls Write Now can support you during the application process!
Check out more opportunities here.
SCHOLARSHIP
The Jackie Robinson Foundation
Scholarship for Minority Students
The Jackie Robinson Foundation provides a multi-faceted experience designed to not only address the financial needs of students who aspire to attend college but to guide them through the process of higher education.
Application Due Date: January 10, 2024.
Check out more scholarship opportunities here.
