Mariah Bowden

Girls Inc. of the Pacific Northwest inspires all girls to be strong, smart, and bold through direct service and advocacy. Our comprehensive approach to whole-girl development equips youth to navigate gender, economic and social barriers, and grow up healthy, educated and independent. These positive outcomes are achieved through three core elements: people ‒ trained staff and volunteers who build lasting, mentoring relationships; environment ‒ pro-girl, physically and emotionally safe, with high expectations and mutual respect; and programming ‒ research-based, hands-on and minds-on, age-appropriate, meeting the needs of today’s youth. Girls Inc. of the Pacific Northwest is an affiliate of the national nonprofit organization Girls Incorporated®, the nation’s leading voice for girls. With roots dating to 1864 and national status since 1945, Girls Inc. has responded to the changing needs of girls through research-based programs and public education efforts that empower them to understand, value, and assert their rights.