For our 10th anniversary, we aim to not only celebrate our collective successes but honor those who have played an instrumental role in our development over the last decade. This incredible collection of women are our “Gender Justice Warriors”…without their dedication and commitment the last 10 years would not have been possible! Join us on June 14 at the Brooklyn Historical Society as we celebrate them!

Woman of the Decade

Anita Faye Hill

Social Change Agent Award

Mandy Van Deven for her commitment to gender justice, thoughtful implementation of organizing strategies (Sisters in Strength), and not for profit leadership which strengthened Girls for Gender Equity’s community organizing reach and moreover, GGE’s overall sustainability.

Meghan Huppuch for her commitment to social change, thoughtful implementation of organizing strategies, and bravery to challenge the status quo (better known as the DOE) which strengthened Girls for Gender Equity’s Title IX organizing work on multiple levels over the past 4 years.

Young Activist Award

Nefertiti Martin who as a former Sisters in Strength Youth Organizer that has transitioned into a full-time community organizer at GGE, has exemplified exceptional leadership and community organizing skills. Her commitment to mobilizing young people and community members to stand up against social injustice is appreciated and will be celebrated.

Ashley Lewis who as a former Sisters in Strength Youth Organizer, she brilliantly produced Hey, Shorty! and exposed the normalization of street harassment to our young people and communities. Like Anita Hill, her vision and voice has paved the way for women and girls to mobilize and take action.

Title IX Champion Award

Nia Oden for exemplifying the qualities of a model student athlete committed to leveling the proverbial playing field for women and girls.

Title IX Leadership Award

Vanessa Valenti for her commitment to leveling the proverbial playing field for women and girls has been exemplified through her thoughtful implementation of GGE’s Health and Fitness Program.

Alexis Seeley for her commitment to leveling the proverbial playing field for women and girls has been exemplified through her thoughtful implementation of GGE’s Health and Fitness Program.

Education for Social Justice Award

Toyia Taylor for her commitment to the youth of Urban Leaders Academy, thoughtful implementation of program strategies (Junior Intern Board), and community cultivation which strengthened Girls for Gender Equity’s culturally competent after school programming.

Nicole Hamilton for her commitment to the youth of Urban Leaders Academy, thoughtful implementation of program strategies (in 3 additional schools), and leadership which strengthened GGE’s service learning reach and moreover, GGE’s overall sustainability.