In honor of Women’s History Month, youth leaders from across Global Kids schools engaged in a series of dynamic activities celebrating the invaluable contributions and leadership of women in their local communities and around the world. 

At International High School and Bronxdale High School, students participated in interactive lunchtime sessions featuring trivia games and timeline-matching to deepen their understanding of key milestones in women’s history, all while building a sense of community. 

At Global Kids’ headquarters, our Citywide students explored the theme of women in leadership through a creative social media workshop. By designing mood boards that reflected both their aspirations and admiration for influential role models, students recognized trailblazing women who have driven transformative change across industries. This hands-on activity encouraged students to envision their own leadership potential and reinforced the message that they, too, have the power to be catalysts for women’s rights. 

Meanwhile, in Washington, DC, youth leaders connected with real-world examples of impactful leadership at Vital Voices’ inaugural Leadership Talks event. There, students heard directly from powerful women at various organizations including Disney, ABC, National Geographic and more – ultimately gaining insights into overcoming adversity and turning challenges into possibilities.

As part of an action training day, students also visited the National Museum of African American History and Culture, where they immersed themselves in the powerful stories and achievements of Black women throughout history, delving into their significant contributions to social justice through artifacts, images, and stories. 

The experiences helped students gain a stronger sense of identity, confidence, and connection, while shaping their academic drive, personal growth, and future ambitions.