YWLC Program

The Young Women’s Leadership Challenge (YWLC) 2021-2022 program is a year-long online program.

We feel that now more than ever, a program which empowers high school girls to see themselves as confident, compassionate, and resilient changemakers is needed. Instead of canceling or postponing, we are adapting to our current reality to give more girls the opportunity to gain the knowledge, skills, and attitudes of a social entrepreneur.
DEADLINE TO APPLY: April 30^th, 2021

WHAT DOES THIS MEAN?

When you apply to YWLC 2021-2022, you are applying for a fully online, year-long program which includes a summer conference, monthly meetings with experts and speakers, mentoring, and the creation and execution of a community service project. .

WHEN IS THE PROGRAM?

June 2021 - April 2022

Summer Leadership Conference June 14th – June 24th

The conference is spread out over 2 weeks and each week we will meet Monday through Thursday from 10am – 3pm CST.

Week 1: June 14th - June 17th:

(M,T,W,Th 10 - 3pm CST)

Week 2: June 21st - June 24th:

(M,T,W,Th 10 - 3pm CST)

July-December 2021 Monthly ONLINE meetings every first Wednesday of the month at 5pm - 7pm CST, including a MANDATORY Fall and Spring Meeting.

YEAR-LONG PROGRAM ONLINE?

Yes! The 2021-2022 program is fully online and we will use Zoom for all of our meetings. Once the online summer conference, June 14th - 24th is done, we will have monthly after-school meetings (first Wednesday of every month) online and you will create and execute your Take Action Challenge (TAC) remotely. If and when it is safe to meet in-person we will plan accordingly.

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Requirements:

Must be entering Sophomore, Junior, or Senior year in high school as of Fall 2021.

Must have a dedication to developing herself as a leader.

Required to attend every day of summer conference. Each day feeds off the previous so it is important to have full attendance.

Expected to attend monthly meetings and required to attend the mandatory fall and spring alumni workshops

Required to execute the plan for their team's Take Action Challenge

Total cost for attending YWLC is $500. In order to complete your application you must pay the $25 application fee by April 30th. The remaining $475 is due by the first day of your conference. We accept credit card, checks, or cash payments.

Need-based scholarships applications are available for the $475 summer conference fee. Scholarship recipients will still need to cover the $25 application fee.
Topics Include:

Human rights and global leadership, conflict resolution, and media literacy

Financial literacy

Self-esteem and body image and how it affects us as leaders

Women in leadership

Women in STEM programs

Speaker series with esteemed lecturers from all over the world

Take Action Challenge – teams of young women will design an event, activity, or club to impact her community. The teams will present their creation on the final day of summer conference.
If you applied before April 30th, 2021 you will be contacted on May 14^th, 2021

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Conference Cost and Application Fee
The total program cost is $500. This includes a $25 application fee and a $475 program fee.

The remaining $475 program fee will be due by the first day of the summer conference, June 14th. It may also be paid online, mailed, or given in person during registration on the first day of the summer conference. If you receive a scholarship you will not have to pay the final program fee

To make the $25 application fee payment, you have several options:

Online payment: https://thepangeanetwork.org/donate-today/ You select the amount and then select "YWLC Program Fee".

Write a check or money order made out to "The Pangea Network" and mail to:

Young Women's Leadership Challenge Program
PO Box 9823
The Woodlands, TX 77387

On the first day of the summer conference, you can bring cash or a check.

Applicants will be notified on Friday, May 14^th, 2021

Need-based scholarships applications are available for the $475 summer conference fee.

If you wish to apply for a scholarship please answer yes to the question below to fill out the financial aid form.

We offer scholarships to any qualified candidate who would not be able to attend otherwise.
Would you like to fill out the Financial Aid Form?*

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Student Name*
First Last
Age*
Please enter a number from 10 to 30.
Birthdate*
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School*
*Current school you are attending
Grade Level*
*Current grade in school
GPA*
*Current grade point average
Extracurricular Activities*
*Please list all extracurriculars

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Address*
Street Address Address Line 2 City State ZIP Code
Student Phone*
Home Phone
Parent Phone*
Student Email*
Parent Email*

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Parent or Guardian Name*
First Last
Emergency Contact Name*
First Last
Emergency Contact Phone*
Emergency Contact Email*

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Please provide the contact information of a teacher you would like to use as a reference.
Reference Name
First Last
Reference Email*
Reference Phone Number

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How did you hear about YWLC?*
Do you certify that the above information is accurate and represented to the best of your knowledge?
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Financial Aid Form
The Pangea Network tries to offer financial aid to all eligible parties where finances may be an issue.
The Pangea Network does not want finances to be a barrier to entry for qualified and dedicated individuals.
We do not offer merit-based scholarships.
*Any information provided below will remain confidential.
Name of Parent*
First Last
Number of Members in Household*
Dependents in Household*
Total Family Income*
List any challenging circumstances that would support your request for financial aid .*
Do you receive financial aid for other instances (school food programs)?*
Please list
Is your family currently being assisted by any government services?*
If awarded the financial aid, how will you as a student ensure that you give back to the program and your community?*
Do you certify that the above information is accurate and represented to the best of your knowledge?
- Yes
- No
Check yes or no.

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Q&A Section
1. Tell us about your experiences related to community service or volunteering, or an educational after-school activity and write about how these experiences have inspired you to be the change you want to see in your local and global community.*
Response must be written out in full sentences AND it must be a minimum of 250 words
2. What do you think is the most important skill(s) someone needs in order to be a leader? Please explain.*
Response must be written out in full sentences AND it must be a minimum of 250 words
3. What do you hope to walk away with from the YWLC year-long commitment? Which skills are you most interested in gaining by joining YWLC?*
Response must be written out in full sentences AND it must be a minimum of 250 words
4. What are some current challenges facing girls and women in the U.S. and the world today?*
Response must be written out in full sentences AND it must be a minimum of 250 words
5. What type of career are you interested in exploring in the future and please tell us why!*
Response must be written out in full sentences AND it must be a minimum of 250 words
Do you have any questions or concerns about the leadership conference that we need to address?
Please list any questions you might have.*
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The Young Women’s Leadership Challenge (YWLC) 2021-2022 program is a year-long online program.

DEADLINE TO APPLY: April 30^th, 2021

WHAT DOES THIS MEAN?

WHEN IS THE PROGRAM?

YEAR-LONG PROGRAM ONLINE?

Requirements:

Topics Include:

If you applied before April 30th, 2021 you will be contacted on May 14^th, 2021

Conference Cost and Application Fee

The total program cost is $500. This includes a $25 application fee and a $475 program fee.

The remaining $475 program fee will be due by the first day of the summer conference, June 14th. It may also be paid online, mailed, or given in person during registration on the first day of the summer conference. If you receive a scholarship you will not have to pay the final program fee

To make the $25 application fee payment, you have several options:

Online payment: https://thepangeanetwork.org/donate-today/ You select the amount and then select "YWLC Program Fee".

Write a check or money order made out to "The Pangea Network" and mail to:

Young Women's Leadership Challenge Program
PO Box 9823
The Woodlands, TX 77387

On the first day of the summer conference, you can bring cash or a check.

Applicants will be notified on Friday, May 14^th, 2021

Need-based scholarships applications are available for the $475 summer conference fee.

If you wish to apply for a scholarship please answer yes to the question below to fill out the financial aid form.

We offer scholarships to any qualified candidate who would not be able to attend otherwise.

Please provide the contact information of a teacher you would like to use as a reference.

Financial Aid Form

The Pangea Network tries to offer financial aid to all eligible parties where finances may be an issue.

The Pangea Network does not want finances to be a barrier to entry for qualified and dedicated individuals.

We do not offer merit-based scholarships.

Q&A Section

WHAT DOES THIS MEAN?

WHEN IS THE PROGRAM?

YEAR-LONG PROGRAM ONLINE?

YWLC focuses on the following…

Quotes from our participants

“My time at YWLC was life-changing. Before going, I didn’t think that I had the potential to become a great leader, but now I feel more confident with myself.”

“My time at YWLC was an experience that not only opened my eyes to how I can make an impact in my community and globally, but also to how I can further appreciate my strengths and skills and how I apply them to my everyday life.”

“The most valuable thing I learned at YWLC was to truly pursue your passion and be your own leader – just because the majority of people are doing one thing, doesn’t mean you have to follow it or believe that that is the right path.”

Our Impact

YWLC Program

The Young Women’s Leadership Challenge (YWLC) 2021-2022 program is a year-long online program.

DEADLINE TO APPLY: April 30th, 2021

WHAT DOES THIS MEAN?

WHEN IS THE PROGRAM?

YEAR-LONG PROGRAM ONLINE?

Requirements:

Topics Include:

WHAT DOES THIS MEAN?

WHEN IS THE PROGRAM?

YEAR-LONG PROGRAM ONLINE?

YWLC focuses on the following…

Quotes from our participants

“My time at YWLC was life-changing. Before going, I didn’t think that I had the potential to become a great leader, but now I feel more confident with myself.”

“My time at YWLC was an experience that not only opened my eyes to how I can make an impact in my community and globally, but also to how I can further appreciate my strengths and skills and how I apply them to my everyday life.”

“The most valuable thing I learned at YWLC was to truly pursue your passion and be your own leader – just because the majority of people are doing one thing, doesn’t mean you have to follow it or believe that that is the right path.”

Our Impact

DEADLINE TO APPLY: April 30^th, 2021