Girls’ Day at the State House
A nonpartisan civic engagement program for 8th grade girls and gender expansive students.
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For Teachers and Community Leaders
Teachers and community leaders can nominate up to two 8th grade girls or gender expansive students.
Once you make a nomination, the students parents/guardians must complete the registration and permission form. You will get an email with registration information - please share it with the students you nominate!
Thank you for supporting youth as civic leaders!
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For Students and Young People
Girls and gender expansive students in the 8th grade are welcome to join us!
Once you are nominated by a teacher or community leader, you and your parent/guardian must complete the registration and permission form. After we receive all materials we will contact you directly with a schedule, zoom links, and more information about the program.
If you were not nominated, but you still want to join, please let us know!
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For Parents and Caregivers
Girls’ Day at the State House is four virtual sessions from 3:30 - 4:15 on March 10, 17, 24 and 31, and one in-person day at the State House in Augusta on Monday, April 7.
We will work with students, their teachers, and families to make sure that every student has a safe ride to the State House, and volunteer mentors will support them through the day. Mileage reimbursement will be available if needed.Once students are nominated a parent/guardian must complete a registration form.
Schedule of Events
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“What is Activism?” This intro session by Hardy Girls connects people to gender equity and action.
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Lessons from Leaders
A panel of elected officials join the participants to share lessons about running for and being in office.
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Lessons from Leaders
A panel of elected officials join the participants to share lessons about running for and being in office.
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Taking the Next Steps with Activism!
A panel of youth-focused activists, organizers, and advocates from different issues areas join the participants to share their own experiences with social change.
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Participants spend the day at the State House, meeting and learning from legislators, lobbyists, staffers, and each other!