Through receiving a Fulbright scholarship, Courtney got a window into how you can make a real impact into a young person’s life with just a little bit of guidance and attention. This was part of what inspired her to cofound Youthbridge, an award-winning peace building program. Over time, she also noticed that the messages girls receive about who they can be and what they can be are so narrow, which is why she decided to cofound Girls Gearing Up, Europe’s only international girls’ leadership and empowerment network. Tune in to this episode to hear Courtney discuss: - The importance of having female role models - Showing young women that following their passion is the right path - Girls learning they aren’t too young to be important or be a leader - How mentoring lets women reflect and gain insights from their own journey - How being a mentor influences how you act everyday - How you can be a role model for the girls in your life - The necessity for a community where you are accepted to gain confidence Learn more & see Courtney’s recommended resources at www.leadingrebels.com/26 More about Courtney & Girls Gearing Up: www.girlsgearingup.org | www.facebook.com/girlsgearingup | www.instagram.com/girlsgearingup/ --- Title music: I dunno by grapes (c) copyright 2008 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license. dig.ccmixter.org/files/grapes/16626 Ft: J Lang, Morusque