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Girl Up: Empowering the Future

Season 33 Episode 3350

We explore the mission of Girl Up, an international organization empowering girls across 155 countries to become future leaders. With over 250,000 girls educated on social & economic issues, Girl Up provides advocacy tools and leadership training to drive positive societal change. Join us as we interview Girl Up U.S.A. Director Priestley Johnson and Youth Advisory Board member Tahirah Abdul-Qadir

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