2026 Girls Change The World Summit
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in collaboration with
Girls Rule Foundation & Rio Salado College

This dynamic event is designed for girls ages 14-19…
To help lead her life and goals with boldness.
To speak with courage.
To pursue her big dreams.
To build her confidence.
To learn leadership skills.
To stand strong in a world full of pressure and comparison.

Our 7th Annual Summit brings together young women ages 14-19 for one unforgettable day. 

 Girls With Goals, Become Women With Vision! 

This annual event filled with inspiration, encouragement and life-changing leadership skills to help girls thrive and succeed. You’ll hear from local female entrepreneurs, industry leaders and Tempe Vice Mayor Doreen Garlid.
• Financial literacy workshops
• Inspiring speakers and mentors
• Leadership workshops
• Dressing for success fashion show
• Free head shots

“Thank you for the Summit! I had fun and I’m leaving with a lot of
great tools and ideas that will help me and my goals.”
– Julia, age 15

Helping Young Women to Lead and Succeed
Grab your friends and get your tickets below. 

❤️ WHEN: Friday Reception 3/27 from 630-8pm, Saturday Summit 3/28 from 830am-2pm  
WHERE: Rio Salado College Conference Center, 2323 West 14th St. Tempe, AZ 85281
WHO: Young Women ages 14-19 who want to accomplish their big goals and learn skills sets for success. 
REGISTER BELOW: Must register for the events. 

CALL FOR NOMINATIONS FOR $1500 COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIP: Nominate a deserving Jr or Sr high school girl who demonstrates leadership and kindness – girls can self nominate with an adults letter of recommendation. Read the requirements and details for The Girls Change The World $1500 Scholarship. Applications open Feb 9-close midnight PST on Mar 13. All nominees will be celebrated at the Friday evening reception March 27th and the 6 winners will be awarded on stage at the Summit March 28th. No fee to nominate – all nominees are encouraged to attend the Summit register below. (see picture below of past winners) NOMINATE/APPLY here.

The 7th Annual Summit is more than just a
fun event with breakfast, lunch, and fun. You’ll walk away with new leadership skills,
unstoppable confidence, useful tools to navigate life with, money skills
and connections to inspiring women.

❤️ WHAT TO EXPECT AT THE SUMMIT:
✔ Learn practical leadership skills you need for school, life, goals and your future
✔ Have fun with great people, includes continental breakfast and lunch 
✔ Learn money skills to learn how to earn more, save more, & budget better 
✔ Meet and connect with inspiring local female leaders and mentors
✔ Get informed around college scholarships and a list of scholarship opportunities
✔ Celebrate six girls winning $1500 for college – The Girls Change The World Scholarship
✔ BONUS – All attendees earn a certificate of completion for 6 hours of leadership training for your resume

GET TICKETS HERE: Must register for the events. Register for one or both days. Friday reception is complimentary thanks to our sponsor Terracon. Saturday summit is $15pp – if you need a scholarship use promo code ‘gift’ when you register. Summit Registration closes March 23 at 6pm.

Fuel Your Dreams. Become Your Best Self. Change The World.

Six of our past scholarship winners:  

 SUMMIT FAQ’S:

• Drop off: Free parking is on site, if you are dropping girls off just look for the balloons at the front door.
• Attire/Bring: Casual cute attire is appropriate. Please NO cut off shorts or half shirts. Bring a water bottle and a light sweater if you get cold easily. We always take a ton of pictures!
• Onsite Supervision: Registered attendees are responsible for remaining in the designated Summit areas throughout the event. The event producers are not responsible for attendees who leave the event spaces.
• Photography: The event is photographed and videotaped. By registering you will be a part of our photos.
• Tag/Credit: On socials please tag @girlsrulefdn and/or use #shineyourlight and #girlschangetheworld.
• Questions? Please email dena@girlsrulefoundation.org call 602-327-2619.
• GET TICKETS HERE. Must register for the events. Register for one or both days. Friday reception is complimentary thanks to our sponsor Terracon. Saturday summit is $15pp – if you need a scholarship use promo code ‘gift’ when you register. Summit registration closes March 23 at 6pm.

   

• CALL FOR NOMINATIONS FOR $1500 COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIP: Nominate a deserving Jr or Sr high school girl who demonstrates leadership and kindness – girls can self nominate with an adults letter of recommendation. Read the requirements and details for The Girls Change The World $1500 Scholarship. Applications open Feb 9-close midnight PST on Mar 13. All nominees will be celebrated at the Friday evening reception March 27th and the 6 winners will be awarded on stage at the Summit March 28th. No fee to nominate – all nominees are encouraged to attend the Summit register below.  NOMINATE/APPLY here.
  

• ❤️ Summit Agenda:

Friday March 27 Reception:
6:30-8pm light appetizers – meet the mentors and celebration of all 2026 Scholarship nominees 

Saturday March 28 Summit:
8:30-9am – Registration, continental breakfast, free head shots
9am – We start the day!
9-11:30am Program/speakers/workshops
11:30-12:30: Lunch, the fashion show and special guest speaker
12:30-2pm: Program/speakers, award the six $1500 scholarship winners 
2pm: End the day

Thank you to our Sponsors:
Landings Credit Union, Caliente Construction Inc, Tempe Officers Association, Austin Commercial, City of Tempe, Rio Salado College, Girls Rule Foundation, Tarracon and APS.

With confidence, leadership & financial literacy a girl has the
foundational skills to become a successful woman who changes the world. 
#GirlsChangeTheWorld 
“Empowered girls become empowered women who change the world”