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YGYRL LEADERS MISSION:
To empower through mentoring a diverse group
of young women of untapped social,
economic and leadership potential.


2011 end of year
*Each one of us is uniquely created for a purpose in
t
his life.
Ygyrl Leaders
strives to help young women recognize, explore, and develop
their own unique voice and person.


*As unique individuals, we bring many gifts to the
group/community/world.
Ygyrl Leaders strives to help young women recognize that they have a voice, a place, and a part in the world in which they live, and encourages them to explore and develop ways in which they may participate and contribute wherever they are.



*Ygyrl Leaders believes in hopes and dreams, and encourages young people everywhere to pursue those dreams as they grow and develop into the unique individuals they are.



2010 juneteenth

This is what spurs our Vision:

Through the Ygyrl Leaders Program the YWCA of Central Virginia seeks to increase participation of young women from all backgrounds in community leadership and decision making roles and increase their economic empowerment.


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HOW AM I A LEADER? (An alumni speaks on leadership)
Have something to say about leadership, your growth as a leader or experience as a Ygyrl or Mentor, then post it on your Ygyrl/Alumni/Mentor page, so others can be inspired. We will highlight some of these in our newsletters and promotions, so let's get writing.

Contributors - Supporters - Partners !!!
We appreciate your support of Ygyrl Leaders

2009-2011 American Association of University Women (AAUW)
($10,000 Grant for Drumming 4 Leadership)

2010 United Way of Central Virginia
($5,000 Program Grant)

Church Street Bridal and Church Street Bridal Too
(Year Round Program Support)

REMO Drum Manufacturers
Discount for Drum Purchase 2009-2010

Lynchburg City Schools Partners In Education
(Since 1991)

Ed Mikenas


Drumming 4 Leadership Manual and Countless Hours helping us build our drumming program

Lynchburg College and Lynchburg College Bonner Leaders
Mentors, Interns and Program support and activities for Ygyrls

Randolph College
Mentors, Interns and Experiential Learners and Pan World

Liberty University
Mentors and Interns

The Lynchburg Chapter of the AAUW
The Legacy Museum
The Maier Museum of Art
The Boys and Girls Club of Greater Lynchburg
Amazement Square Children's Museum
YWLP - UVA Young Women Leaders Program

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Young Women Can Achieve!

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CALENDAR
FOR YGYRL LEADER AND Drum Ensemble EVENTS

434 847 7751

tmillerywca@yahoo.com

Back to School - August 22

First Group Meetings Begin
September 8 ECG
September 12 HHS

How do I become a Ygyrl Leader?

Rising 9th and 10th graders
Volunteers and Mentors


PROGRAM NEEDS -
  • Mentors (program, career, and academic)
  • Community Resource Volunteers
  • Group facilitators and speakers
  • Performance venues
  • Donors and supporters
Please consider volunteering a few hours a week or month to help a young woman increase her academic and economic potential, as she develops leadership skills which will be put into practice through community service.

CONTACT:
Terri Miller (434) 847 7751
tmillerywca@yahoo.com


DRUMMING 4 LEADERSHIP & DRUM ENSEMBLE

Practice:
*Tues. @ Legacy Museum (Monroe St) 4:30-5:30 Begins 9/13

Drumming 4   Leadership
(click the photo above)

D4L and the Drum Ensemble

incorporate djembe drums, African and Afro-Cuban rhythms, communication and community building skills, leadership development and lessons in diversity to enhance the learning experience for Ygyrl Leaders and their community.
Girls 12 years of age or older may apply to be part of our performance and outreach DRUM ENSEMBLE during each school year. See our Drumming 4 Leadership page for more information.



DOCUMENTS PAGE
links for documents, forms, surveys and applications related to the Ygyrl Leader and Drumming Program.

What's Happening at Our Schools?

ECG and HHS

Ygyrls and Alumni


ALUMNI
news, projects, graduates and discussions/polls

Coming Later This Year
Middle School Page for
Dunbar, Linkhorne and Sandusky
Drummers and Little Sisters


Coordinator's Corner
news
& events, discussions/polls, parent tips and coordinators challenge





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