GirlPower Hour is a new virtual series where the Chrysalis GirlPower High School Peer Mentors discuss important life topics with community experts. We'll open the door for discussions about dating and relationships, diversity, the mind and body, and more. You can learn and share with the young people in your life.

The Chrysalis GirlPower project engages high school girls in leadership development and mentoring as they teach younger girls in Chrysalis After-School programs. 

past events

why talk about relationships?

Monday, April 26, 2021 - 7 to 8 pm

Our relationships are more important than ever. Spend an hour with Chrysalis as we learn about healthy relationships and avoiding dating violence from trained GirlPower High School Mentors as they converse with local experts. You will get an up-close view into what questions and conversations matter to young women serving as peer mentors to the younger girls in Chrysalis After-School programs. 

Special Guest Expert: Kacey Barrow-Miner, Crisis Intervention and Advocacy Center

why talk about diversity?

Monday, May 24, 2021 - 7 to 8 pm

Spend an hour with Chrysalis as the GirlPower High School Mentors reflect on their personal journeys to understand the role of diversity in their lives and explore how we all can continue to build inclusive environments. You will get an up-close view into what questions and conversations matter to young women serving as peer mentors to the younger girls in Chrysalis After-School programs. 

Special Guest Expert: Lonnie Dafney, Diversity and Inclusion Director at EMC Insurance

why talk about mind and body?

Monday, June 28, 2021 - 7 to 8 pm

Spend an hour with Chrysalis as the GirlPower High School Mentors explore the connection between social and emotional growth with experts, learning ways to lead happier, healthier lives. You will get an up-close view into what questions and conversations matter to young women serving as peer mentors to the younger girls in Chrysalis After-School programs. 

Special Guest Expert: Jill Everett, Therapist/Owner at Everett Therapy & Wellness, LLC