Empowering Girls Through Every Stage of Their Journey
At Manage Emotions. Avoid Negativity. Girls Empowerment (M.E.A.N. Girls Empowerment), we provide evidence-informed programs that empower girls to build confidence, prioritize mental wellness, overcome bullying, and develop leadership skills. From elementary school through young adulthood, our programs create opportunities for girls to learn, lead, and thrive.
Our programs include school-based programming, community leadership experiences, alumni engagement, and signature initiatives designed to support girls at every stage of their journey.
Find the Right Program
From the classroom to the community, our programs meet girls where they are and support them at every stage of their journey.
School-Based Programs
Bring M.E.A.N. Girls Empowerment directly to your school through engaging in-school and after-school programming aligned with the Illinois Social-Emotional Learning Standards.
Saturdays Community Cohort
Our signature community-based leadership and mentoring program where girls build confidence, create lasting friendships, and participate in unforgettable experiences through leadership workshops, mentoring, community service, wellness activities, college tours, and more.
M.E.A.N. Girls University
Our alumni leadership initiative supports graduates as they transition into college, careers, and adulthood through mentorship, internships, networking, and professional development opportunities.
Our Program Model
Evidence-Informed. Trauma-Informed. Girl-Centered.
Every M.E.A.N. Girls Empowerment program is intentionally designed using evidence-informed and trauma-informed practices that foster confidence, resilience, leadership, and emotional well-being.
Our programs integrate:
✔ Social-Emotional Learning (SEL)
✔ Trauma-Informed Practices
✔ Bullying Prevention
✔ Leadership Development
✔ Mentoring & Positive Youth Development
✔ Restorative Practices & Peace Circles
✔ College, Career & Life Readiness
Every lesson, workshop, and experience is designed to help girls find their voice, nurture their well-being, and lead with purpose.