Girls Inc. Council for Advocacy and Change Application

We are accepting applications for the Girls Inc. Council for Advocacy and Change (GCAC). This is a leadership opportunity for girls and non-binary youth in high school (grades 9-12) in the Twin Cities area. Participants will work to become advocates and agents of change for their communities. Apply today!

Participants Will:

Address issues affecting girls and women in the community
Complete a leadership advocacy project
Build resume skills and network with local women leaders
Receive a stipend

Requirements and Commitments:

Currently enrolled in school in the Twin Cities Metro area
Be in grades 9-12 in the 2021-2022 school year
Commit to attending bi-weekly meetings at YWCA Midtown on Tuesdays from 4:30 — 6:00 pm, November 30, 2021 — May 24, 2022, with breaks for holidays. Dates are subject to change. Staff will be in touch with applicants with updates.
Be able to provide feedback and participate in program evaluations

Applications are due Sunday, November 7, 2021. Applicants will be notified by November 19, 2021.

Questions? Contact Marquita Butler at girlsinc@ywcampls.org or 612-215-4375.

Girls Inc. Council for Advocacy and Change Application

Participant Information
Name*
First Last
Address*
Street Address Address Line 2 City State ZIP Code
Email*
Phone*
School*
Grade*
Ethnicity*
Any medical conditions/allergies/dietary restrictions? (If yes, please list)*
Do you qualify for a Free or Reduced Lunch Program?*
- Yes
- No
- Not Sure
Are you able to commit to attending bi-weekly meetings at YWCA Midtown on Tuesdays from 4:30 - 6:00 pm, November 30, 2021 - May 24, 2022, with breaks for holidays?*
- Yes
- No
If "no," please share any challenges:
Are you applying with a peer from your school? If so, please share their name and grade:
Parent/Guardian Information
Name*
First Last
Address*
Street Address Address Line 2 City State ZIP Code
Email*
Phone*
Relationship to Applicant*
Short Response Questions
Please respond to the questions below with a 2-3 minute video submission or short written responses. If you are submitting a video submission, you must upload it to YouTube/Vimeo and send us the link. If you are submitting short responses, please answer below.
Are you submitting written responses or a video submission?*
- Written
- Video (please share the URL below)
Video Upload URL Link
1) In three words, how would you describe yourself?
2) Why are you interested in joining GCAC?
3) What is one specific issue or topic that you are passionate about and why?
4) What barriers do you see women and girls facing in your community? How would you like to uplift them?
5) YWCA Minneapolis’ mission is to eliminate racism and empower women and girls. How has this mission shown up in your life, or how would you like it to show up more in your future?
Optional Question
Optional question for individuals interested in being considered for the GCAC Leadership Board: Please answer this question if you would like to be considered for the leadership board and will be willing to commit between 30 minutes - 2 hours of extra time each week. The GCAC Leadership Board consists of 3-6 individuals who will take on different positions and act as leaders and motivators for the group.
How have you shown examples of leadership in your life and what are your greatest strengths as a leader? Please tell us about yourself. List activities that you are involved in (sports, community, school, etc.).

Girls Inc. Council for Advocacy and Change Application

Participants Will:

Requirements and Commitments:

Girls Inc. Council for Advocacy and Change Application

Participant Information

Parent/Guardian Information

Short Response Questions

Optional Question