Welcome to Girls Incorporated of the Washington, DC Metropolitan Area (Girls Inc. WDCMA)!

Girls Inc. at the White House

Girls Inc. staff and girls were guests of First Lady Michelle Obama on March 8, 2011, the 100th Anniversary of International Women's Day. Mrs. Obama, who is Honorary Chair of Girls Inc., marked this day by acknowledging women of courage from around the world and the importance of investing in girls abroad and in the United States. "We as a nation benefit from every girl whose potential is fulfilled; from every woman whose talent is tapped... We as a nation benefit from their intelligence, from their hard work, from their creativity, from their leadership," she said.

Mrs. Obama with participants from Girls Inc. of the Washington, DC Metro Area- Deanna, Nayja, Afia and Faith.

First Lady Michelle Obama to Serve as Honorary Board Chair for Girls Inc

First Lady Michelle Obama has agreed to serve as the Honorary Board Chair of Girls Inc. In this role, Mrs. Obama will lend her support to the ongoing work of Girls Inc., particularly around creating opportunities and resources for girls to learn and grow, to navigate the unique challenges they face growing up, and to discover their potential as leaders with the courage and vision to change the world.

Our mission
To inspire all girls to be Strong, Smart and Bold!

Our vision
Empowered girls and an equitable society

Girls Incorporated of the Washington, DC Metro Area is an affiliate of the national non-profit youth organization, Girls Inc., with roots dating back to 1864. Through our research based programs and activities, we provide supportive, enriching opportunities where girls...

Develop confidence Expand skills Unlock talent

Broaden their vision Become leaders Prepare for a successful future!

Girls Inc. knows that growing up is serious business and that a strong, smart and bold girl is up to the challenge!

Girls Inc. Girls' Bill of Rights

• Girls have the right to be themselves and to resist gender stereotypes.
• Girls have the right to express themselves with originality and enthusiasm.
• Girls have the right to take risks, to strive freely, and to take pride in success.
• Girls have the right to accept and appreciate their bodies.
• Girls have the right to have confidence in themselves and to be safe in the world.
• Girls have the right to prepare for interesting work and economic independence.

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