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Life-changing experiences to inspire & empower

Join us in our upcoming live events to be bold, fearless and lead with confidence. Events are focused on putting high school girls into the driver’s seat to set the course to power their future. Our live conferences feature keynote presenters and a variety of interactive discussion panels and breakout sessions. Our fall 2023 conferences included Ashland Community and Technical College, Northern Kentucky University, the University of Kentucky, and the University of Louisville. Spring 2024 conferences included Vincennes University Jasper Campus, Lincoln Trail College, and Ottawa County, Ohio. We will announce our 2024-2025 conferences soon.

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Earth Day - Invest in Our Planet

Apr
22
Earth Day – Invest in Our Planet

2024 National T-Shirt Design Contest

Apr
30
2024 National T-Shirt Design Contest

The Kentucky Derby

May
04
The Kentucky Derby

National Astronaut Day

May
05
National Astronaut Day

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About YWL

A movement to build confidence & success

Young Women LEAD provides high school girls with life-changing experiences to inspire and empower themselves as leaders.

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In Their Words

“This year was my first YWL event and honestly I could have never asked for more. It was amazing and I learned so much. It covered key things I wanted to learn, like how to cope with stress, how to follow your dreams, motivation, and how to work on yourself.”

Kate-Lynn

9th Grade, First-time attendee

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Join our live Young Women LEAD events both virtually and in person.

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YWL Clubs

YWL Clubs and curriculum can be utilized in high schools carry forward and keep alive the messages girls learn at Young Women LEAD events.

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500 Club

Our 500 Club members are providing high school girls with opportunities to explore careers, and develop leadership skills and self-confidence.

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Thanks to our sponsors’ commitment to developing strong girls, we provide free programming to all girls!

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