GirlSpring Leadership Initiative PILOT
Tima Miroshnichenko, photographer
Empowering the Next Generation of Female Leaders
Cohort Size: 20 Seats | Duration: January– May | Format: Business Site Visits & Mentorship | Recognition: Micro-Credential Certificate
Step Into Your Future
The GirlSpring Leadership Initiative is an exclusive journey designed to give girls direct exposure to diverse industries, equip them with essential real-world skills, and connect them with inspiring female leaders.
Through hands-on workshops and business site visits, you won’t just learn about future careers—you’ll step inside them. As a member of the PILOT program, your insight will help shape the full program, set to launch in September 2027.
Why Join the Cohort?
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Behind-the-Scenes Business Access: Step directly into local businesses for interactive, on-site workshops and behind-the-scenes tours led by top female professionals.
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Mentorship: Gain access to female mentors who can help you make connections in fields of interest, build action plans, and navigate your journey.
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Intimate Learning Environment: While 20 girls are enrolled in the annual cohort, working sessions average 10–15 participants, ensuring tailored guidance and strong peer connections.
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Recognized Micro-Credential: Celebrate your dedication with a formal graduation ceremony, professional headshots, Linkedin review, and a digital micro-credential to feature on college and job applications.
Program Roadmap & Session Topics
Our curriculum combines self-discovery, technical field trips, and practical life skills across an orientation kickoff, 6 working sessions, and a final graduation ceremony:
1. Kickoff & Orientation (January)
Begin your journey by discovering your strengths through a tailored Career Interest & Aptitude Session, setting the baseline for your mentorship goals.
2. Interactive Workshop Topics (January-May)
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Owning Your Skills & Finding Your Passion: Uncover your personal strengths and align them with potential careers.
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Being the Only Girl in the Room: Gain confidence and navigation strategies for thriving in male-dominated fields.
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Building Your Reputation: Master personal branding, professional etiquette, and online presence.
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STEM & Creative Fields: Explore diverse career paths across Science, Technology, Engineering, Math, Design, and Media.
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Budgeting & Financing: Learn foundational financial literacy, personal budgeting, and money management.
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Communication & Public Speaking: Build essential teamwork skills, conquer public speaking, and articulate your voice with authority.
3. Graduation & Celebration (May)
Wrap up the year with your entire cohort, capture professional headshots, receive your completion certificate, and celebrate your accomplishments.
Program Expectations & Schedule
To earn the final certificate of completion and micro-credential, participants must commit to the following attendance schedule:
| Milestone | Timeframe | Attendance Requirement |
| Orientation Kickoff | January | Mandatory |
| 6 Working Sessions | January-May | Attend at least 4 of 6 sessions |
| Graduation Ceremony | May | Mandatory |
Ready to Lead?
Applications for the upcoming cohort are currently open. Spaces are limited to 20 participants to preserve small group learning. We are looking for girls in 9th-11th grades who are serious about learning to lead and carving out a successful future. APPLICATION DEADLINE DECEMBER 1
