Founded in 2001, WriteGirl is a nationally-recognized creative writing and mentoring organization serving more than 700 teens annually. WriteGirl programs offer teens the chance to work with mentors, using creative writing as a vehicle for self-expression and personal development. Workshops feature multi-sensory activities and are led by professional writers with backgrounds in diverse fields such as screenwriting, songwriting, education, poetry, fiction and journalism. As a founding member of the Arts for Healing and Justice Network, WriteGirl brings creative writing workshops and mentors to youth who are incarcerated in juvenile camps and halls. WriteGirl programs help young people cultivate their creative voices and develop the confidence and communication skills they need to attain academic and professional success. For more information, visit www.writegirl.org.