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Project Girl: Empowering Young Women of Color in Seattle

Kiesha Garrison of Hey Black Seattle stopped by to speak with Olympia Edwards, about her program Project Girl. Edwards mentoring program based in Lynwood, Washington, that provides a fun and interactive space for young women of color to learn and grow. The organization offers eight different programs, including after-school and summer programs, counseling, mentoring, and junior and senior programs.

Project Girl focuses on creating a luxurious and empowering environment for its participants, emphasizing that girls of color deserve the best. The organization relies on community support to keep its programs free for all participants. Donations, grants, and partnerships with local businesses play a crucial role in sustaining the organization's important work.

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