Tayari's Blog: You Never Knew The Teenage Me
Posted by TayariJones on December 17, 2008 04:54 PM
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Did you know that about half of the girls in NYC will never graduate from high school? Girls Write Now, my favorite charitable organization is doing something to fix that. GWN matches teen girls with writing mentors and provides a safe space for girls to find their voices, explore their options, and learn to what the future may hold for them. And guess what? ALL the girls who participate graduate from high school. And most go on to college (To see why I love GWN so much, watch this video. See and hear a young woman find her voice at her very first reading.)
This won't come as a surprise, but changing the world costs money. If you can send a donation to GWN, let me know and I'll match you, dollar for dollar. I know money is tight this year, so here is another way you can participate. If you send me a photo of the teenage you, I'll give $5 to GWN. If you post it on your blog and spread the word about this amazing organization, I'll give $10.
Don't you think every girl deserves a chance?
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ok. i'm in. i think this is wonderful.
December 18, 2008 10:06 PM
Comment #2, by Karen Carter
Hi, Tayari, Carleen Brice's post (and photo!) led me your way. I've just featured this program and linked to your site on my blog. LEAVING ATLANTA was also featured on my blog recently. Best wishes for continued success and many blessings in the New Year! Karen DeGroot Carter, Denver
January 1, 2009 10:20 AM