Best Dr. Jennifer wiseman Podcasts (2025)

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Why Body Confidence is a Big Deal 12:19

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🪞💅 Research tells us that up to 80% of girls will struggle with body confidence. But this is about much more than just looks. It’s a belief in what their bodies can say, do, and be, as they move through the world. What do the experts say we should do about this crisis? Join us as we explore nuggets from our podcast and further afield and learn stra…

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Why – and How – We Need to Talk to Teen Girls about Their Phones 11:21

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🤳Nearly half of U.S. teens say they are online almost constantly. Compulsively tapping, scrolling, swiping. What is the appropriate response for adults to this reality – or is it a crisis? Banning devices at school or social media completely seems the simplest approach, but experts argue it might not be the best. So what do we do instead? Join us a…

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Building Resilience through Spirituality with Dr. Lisa Miller 33:58

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“For a girl, spiritual life is even more important as the mooring, the deep embedded compass through which she guides and governs her life.” - Dr. Lisa Miller Spirituality is often misunderstood and ill-defined. Yet those who have studied it through the lens of brain research and understand the scientific truth behind its role in our lives offer co…

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Becoming Body Confident with Dr. Phillippa Diedrichs 29:52

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“What we know from the research is that up to 80% of girls will struggle with body confidence.” - Dr. Phillippa Diedrichs It is estimated that young girls are exposed to nearly 600 media images per day, unable to escape the barrage of messages about the perfect look, the perfect weight, the perfect size, the perfect skin tone. Research tells us the…

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The EQ Advantage with Rosalind Wiseman 35:41

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“Two things are true: girls need a voice and need to have that voice celebrated….and they also need to be able to create space for other people, their peers, to be able to listen to them.” -Rosalind Wiseman Perhaps, emotional intelligence (EQ)—the critical skills used to get along in a world full of others who don’t think or feel like we do—should …

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Navigating Neurodiversity with Emily Rushton 32:48

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“Neurodiversity doesn’t need fixing. It’s just your brain. It is your state of existing. There is nothing to fix. It is wonderful the way it is.” -Emily Rushton Neurodiversity manifests differently in girls, so may not be diagnosed as quickly as it is in boys. And research tells us that girls who are neurodiverse are even more at risk to suffer men…

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Guidance for Girls in The Age of AI with Tyler Gaspich 27:58

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“I definitely feel concerned about how in the process of girls applying to college or looking for career paths that AI might displace or replace jobs in companies wanting to cut costs and automate processes.” -High School Junior Artificial Intelligence. Machines and systems that can imitate human cognitive function. It is both terrifying and exciti…

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The Power in Knowing You Matter with Jennifer Wallace 31:33

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“It is our job as humans to unlock each other’s magic.” -Jennifer Wallace Around the world, young people are grappling with unprecedented levels of anxiety and depression. The struggles we witness in the girls we know and love are part of a broader challenge. So the real question is: what can we do about it? The good news is there is a lot we can d…

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The Connected Girl S2 is here! 3:44

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Season 2 of The Connected Girl is launching on 19 February 2025. The Connected Girl is a podcast series curated by the International Coalition of Girls Schools to address issues that impact the lives of girls. Last season, we gathered expert guests to explore girls’ connections to themselves and the world around them. The episodes provided deeply r…

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Why girls’ schools are more important than ever before 16:38

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🤔Have you ever wondered, or been asked, “Why do girls’ schools still exist in these modern times? And how do we measure and understand their impact?” If so, this audio short is for you. Join us as we explore nuggets from our podcast and compelling global research that will inform and inspire anyone who cares about girls and young women. The facts s…

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Uplifting Girls’ Leadership 15:07

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How do leaders get to the top? 🚀💼 We take a look at some of the factors that can help get girls there, from playing a sport or an instrument (yes, really) to being in environments that embrace equality. Join us as we explore nuggets from our podcast and ICGS events that will help anyone who cares about girls and young women to support them in their…

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Empowering girls to disagree with confidence and civility 15:10

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🎤“Tell us what you really think!” Never has it felt so difficult to do this without the fear of being shouted down or shamed. Engaging in discussions about divisive topics can feel impossible in our polarized society. And if it’s tough for adults, imagine how hard it is for our young people—especially girls, who are socialized to be agreeable and p…

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Digital wellbeing for girls in the social media age 🌷🛜 12:14

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Bullying and high rates of eating disorders and body dysmorphia are constant worries in the age of social media - for girls and the adults who care about them. In a world where young girls spend up to six hours of their day online, it’s important to help them navigate insecurities from the constant comparisons that may lead to feelings of low self-…

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Why curious girls will save the world 🌍 12:02

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‘Curiosity killed the cat’ and ‘don’t speak unless spoken to’ are the kinds of phrases many of us grew up hearing. Yet research shows that cultivating curiosity leads to better learning, creativity, and well-being. Helping girls develop their curiosity has immense benefits. They’re likely to take a keener interest in social justice issues, be more …

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Seven Lessons Girls Can Learn from Sport – Even if They’re Not "Sporty" 11:44

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Ninety-six percent of female CEOs credit their sports participation in high school as a time when they honed valuable leadership skills. Girls who participate in sports not only cultivate physical fitness, but they also develop essential life skills such as teamwork, leadership, and time management. Movement-based education and sports contribute to…

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Speaking Your Truth, with Latricia Barksdale 31:09

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“I feel like your voice is your courage…it’s your bravery.” (Culver Girls Academy student) Can there be any connection more vital in a girl’s life than her connection to her voice, her authentic voice? The word “voice” has multiple meanings in the world of girls. Voice is often a term that is used metaphorically to talk about gender equity, implyin…

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Navigating Life Online, with Laura Tierney 31:10

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“Social media is a tool. If people aren’t equipped to navigate it positively, you are going to see negative consequences like anxiety and depression…I liken social media to giving students the key to a car….” (Laura Tierney) For better or for worse, the girls in our lives “do” social media; they are “connected” to TikTok, Snapchat, Instagram and mo…

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Handling Heartbreak, with Angela Terpstra 33:00

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“With grief, for me personally, the main thing is letting myself feel it and not trying to pretend it hasn’t happened…Rather than hiding it, I give myself permission to deal with it. (Wycombe student) What we know for sure is that at some point the girls in our life will grieve a loss in their family, in their school or church community, in their w…

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Setting Healthy Boundaries, with Elizabeth Zeigler 29:12

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“We need to work with our young people to help them understand what consent means.” (Elizabeth Zeigler) Unfortunately, the statistics tell us why having the hard conversations with girls about consent and violations of personal space is vital: 1 in 5 middle school students have experienced unwanted sexual contact; 1 in 20 girls have changed schools…

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Connecting with Parents, with Dr. Judith Locke 34:28

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“To have a good relationship with your child is extremely important, but not such a good relationship that you are describing your child as your best friend.” (Dr. Judith Locke) Is there any relationship, any connection, more vital, more critical in a young girl’s life than the one she has with her parents on the journey from girlhood to womanhood?…

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Forging Powerful Relationships, with Dr. Tori Cordiano 30:00

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“What we know is that strong, powerful relationships with trusted adults are a protective factor for girls at all levels of development.” (Dr. Tori Cordiano) Girls love to be connected; they are all about relationships, connections in both real and symbolic ways with the world and everything in it. Girls have relationships with peers, with food, wi…

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Introducing The Connected Girl 2:27

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The Connected Girl, a podcast series curated by the International Coalition of Girls Schools, is an invitation to those who know, love and believe in empowering girls, to engage with the experts we have gathered to understand the power and possibility of the many connections in the lives of girls. National Coalition of Girls' Schools…

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Healthy ways for girls to handle everyday pressure 10:53

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You "should’ve… could’ve… would’ve…” is the last thing a girl needs to hear when life turns the heat up.🔥 Pressure is coming from everywhere for the young women we love and lead, so how do we help them face it in healthy and proactive ways? We do it by encouraging them to stay true to themselves, support each other, face anxiety, and spread their w…

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Can AI make us better humans? 10:20

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Yikes! Are all the robots-who-take-over-the-world movies coming to life? 🤖 ‘AI in education’ is the hottest topic at the moment, and for good reason. But is it good? Is it bad? Is it both? One thing is for sure: Artificial Intelligence is here to stay. And it’s revolutionizing the way we educate, communicate with, and parent the girls in our lives …

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5 Ways to Help Girls Grow in Resilience 9:55

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*Cue pink clouds and the Barbie theme song 🩷 In reality, girls aren’t made of plastic and life isn’t a breeze. How do we teach young women how to face the pressures of life or bounce back from failure? 🌟Join us as we dive into the treasure trove of wisdom from our On Educating Girls podcast vault! Let's unlock the secrets to nurturing unstoppable r…

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Ep 23: Girls Love REAL Conversation 33:02

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Quote: “I think that I have learned to listen more to others. I learn more then. And everyone deserves to have their voice heard.” -6th grade girl— Imagine this: a world in which our children become so dependent on gadgets and screens that it is challenging for them to speak with other humans. Not likely, right? Yet many educators will tell you tha…

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Ep 22: ChatGPT: Friend or Foe of Girls' Education? 39:16

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“What I suggest you do is to sit down and be the co-pilot. You don’t have to be the expert. Let your daughter be the expert.” (Robert Dodds) How knowledgeable are you about ChatGPT? Do you know how knowledgeable your daughter is? There hasn’t just been a buzz about this new application of artificial intelligence, there has been an unrelenting hails…

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Ep 21: The Girls' School Advantage 36:11

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"Parents' focus should be on the people, the program, the place that puts a smile on their daughter's face and a sparkle in the eye of the girl sitting right in front of them.” — Liz Schmitt If you have been wondering about your daughter’s education lately, this episode is just for you. Perhaps she is ready to transition to the next grade level, pe…

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Ep 20: Parenting Girls In A Changing World 24:50

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“If we are not preparing (our children) with the skills and the tools that they need to handle the expected…and the unexpected…then we are not actually doing our job” If it seems like every time you check your newsfeed there is an alarmist article on new perils parents must manage as they help their daughters steer the course through childhood to a…

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Ep 19: Girls Who Lead 33:13

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Quote: “When women support each other, it’s just like magic. Something happens and everybody ends up just lifting each other up and becoming even more successful in the future.” - (Ashleigh DeSilva) Women are simply not making the progress into management roles that one might expect. The most recent Gender Equality Snapshot, produced by the United …

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Ep 18: Girls Need Trusted Adults 35:52

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Quote: “This person that I trust…really listens to me, offers me advice and knows when to step in, and when to just sit there and let me tell them what I need to say. And that is just really important to me because sometimes I need help and sometimes I just need an ear to listen.” (Tavi, 8th grade student) It takes a village to raise a child, right…

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Ep 17: Girls Who Are “Future-Ready” 31:16

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Quote: “I do think the world of work has moved away from valuing superficial skills and knowledge and has very much moved to valuing people who are able to think more deeply and have the skills to think critically and problem-solve.” (Benenden Student) How can we prepare today’s girls for a future in which nearly 85 percent of the jobs that they wi…

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Ep 16: Girls Who Know Their History 35:26

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Quote: “ I have been teaching women’s history my entire career, so I have taught lots of young people,....and I have found such curiosity to know more about how we got to where we are and particularly about the relationship of black women and white women.” Until recently, women’s history has been buried within the layers of known and documented fac…

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Ep 15: Girls Who Embrace Their Introvertedness 30:46

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Quote: “I would like the parents of introverted children to know that supporting our passions and interests is important and that we will find our individual ways of being a leader. Even though we are quiet, we are still capable of being confident.” This episode of On Educating Girls unapologetically celebrates the introverts who live, learn and wo…

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Ep 14: Girls Who Find Their Way to “Yes” 34:22

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Quote: “At the root of everything we do is collaboration and communication.” (Ainsley, 17) We want the girls in our lives to have big ideas and the passion to bring them to life. Yet, how do we, as their adult role models, set the tone, become their partners, teach them the transferable skill sets they need when the big idea might need some help in…

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Ep 13: Girls Who Get in the Game 30:48

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Quote: “When parents are asked, ‘What do you want for your child when they are older,’ they will often say ‘confidence’ or ‘resilience.’ And both of these qualities can be gained from playing sports. (Elizabeth, 12 years old) If there was one thing in a girl’s life that could lead to a healthier lifestyle, help her build time-management skills, ens…

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Ep 12: Girls Who Say “Yes, And…” 36:27

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EPISODE 12 Show Notes: Girls Who Say “Yes, And…” Quote: This is an unusual podcast….not sure we have a quote that pops out….should I search for one or let it go? The compelling research leaves no doubt about the reality that between the ages of 8 to 14, girls’ confidence levels can plummet up to 30%. Since the impact of this drop in confidence can …

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Ep 11: Girls Who Speak Up 43:46

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“When I have stood proudly and spoken confidently, my voice is often heard.” (Student at Merion-Mercy Academy) We have all experienced the significant frustrations of engaging in civil discourse in our increasingly polarized world. More and more often, we seem to live in “a culture of outrage” in which public shaming has become an unfortunate norm,…

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Ep 10: Girls Who Run….for Office 39:36

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Quote: With women being the minority in every government in the world, it is vital that we don’t allow ourselves to be cut out of discussions due to who we are and what we represent, and that we fight for our position and our beliefs. (Student at Canberra Girls Grammar School) When a young woman aspires to enter the political arena, she faces an ar…

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Ep 9: Girls Who Break Barriers 33:41

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“I do worry that I am not talented enough all the time. This is something that goes through my head a lot.” (Emma, professional tennis player) In this episode we unpack one of the largest and most comprehensive international studies done to date on gender stereotypes and their impact on girls: “The stereotype that girls lack talent: A worldwide inv…

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Ep 8: Girls Who Dream Big 43:04

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“I have never, ever had any doubt in my mind about SOLA’s mission and vision. For me, it is as critical as breathing air.” (Shabana Basij-Rasikh, Founder of SOLA) The world watched in horrified disbelief, and with great compassion, as Kabul, Afghanistan was re-taken by the Taliban in August 2021. Those who care deeply about the education of girls a…

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Ep 7: Girls as Community Builders 35:09

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Quote: “The question I want to ask someone is: Is this the right school for me for the next four years of my life? (Student, Washington School for Girls) As we know well from our own lives, transitions between the chapters of life are filled with emotion, and the moments of saying goodbye and hello in life are often indelibly printed on our hearts.…

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Ep 6: Girls as Global Citizens 33:24

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Quote: “It is when you become aware of the global challenges and are prepared to act in the interest of the human race; it is then you would identify as a global citizen.” (student, St. Catherine’s, Bramley, England) Educators frequently speak of having global competencies or being a global citizen, but what does that really mean? Are we clear on h…

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Ep 5: Girls as Confident, Courageous Self-Advocates 42:15

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“ The most helpful piece of advice that any adult has ever given me to help me with my body image is that I should really just be confident in myself. Because if you are confident in yourself then you radiate happiness.” (Claire, Montreal, Canada) Beginning in their pre-teen years, many girls contend with body image issues, continuing to struggle t…

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Ep 4: Girls as Entrepreneurial Thinkers 34:34

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“These are transferable skills that are going to prepare young people today really well for a really uncertain future. A future in which, to be real world ready, they are going to have to accept a greater degree of uncertainty, a greater degree of agility in moving through different careers during the time they are in the workforce.” (Dr. Kevin Sta…

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Ep 3: Girls as Happy, Healthy Individuals 40:22

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"Being posted when you didn’t give permission to be posted is really uncomfortable, and yet it is a reminder that there could be a camera on you at any time.” (Maddie, North Carolina, USA) Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, Snapchat, WhatsApp. We know these apps because we--and our daughters-- use these apps. Girls growing up today have no “befo…

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Ep 2: Girls as Social Activists (Part 2) 40:26

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"Change is a community effort, and it is not wise to try and bear the weight of the issue on your own shoulders.” (Opeyemi, Texas, USA) With over one billion girls in the world poised to become the next generation of leaders, entrepreneurs and change-makers, ensuring that schools and supportive communities set them up for success in this regard is …

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Ep 1: Girls as Social Activists (Part 1) 38:01

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“A lot of my activism is driven…. by a personal stake in the issues, but to a greater extent it is driven by a sense of empathy and a strong belief that things really should be better in our society than what they currently are..” (Faye C., Australia) More so than in any generation prior, young women in nearly every country around the globe are tak…

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HONOURING YOUNG LADIES DURING HIGH TEA 16:34

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Ladies on fire High Tea conference 2021. The young ladies came in all dressed and dolled up in their beautiful dresses, glamorous shoes, and cute fascinators. They waltzed in, walking on the red carpet, welcomed and greeted by our friendly greeters. The photographer was in position to take beautiful pictures as they walked on the red carpet. Walkin…

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LADIES ON FIRE AUDIO PRAYERS 27:17

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HIGH TEA CONFERENCE 2021 INTERCESSION FOR OUR CHILDREN AND CHILDREN'S CHILDREN. reversing every demonic decree over our children. its generational blessing....

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