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

We help girls…
To lead her life and goals with boldness.
To speak up with courage.
To pursue her big dreams.
To build her confidence.
To become a leader.
To stand strong in a world full of pressure and comparison.

The Summit brings together young women ages 14-19 for one unforgettable day. 

 

The Summit is skill building and resume building!

Join us for this annual event filled with inspiration, encouragement and life-changing leadership skills.
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:Register for one or both days. Friday reception is complimentary thanks to our sponsors. Saturday summit is $15pp – if you need a scholarship use promo code ‘gift’. Registrations closes March 23 at 6pm.
    APPLY FOR A CHANCE TO WIN A $1000 COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIP: Jr & Sr high school girls in Arizona – read the
    requirements and apply for a chance to win The Girls Change The World $1000 Scholarship. Applications open
    Feb 9-close Mar 13. Winners will be celebrated at the Friday reception and the 6 winners will be awarded at the Summit. APPLY here.

     

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

    ❤️ 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 $1000 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: Register for one or both days. Friday reception is complimentary thanks to our sponsors. Saturday summit is $15pp – if you need a scholarship use promo code ‘gift’. Registrations closes March 23 at 6pm.

    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.

     

    Six of our past scholarship winners:  

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    “I give you all 5 stars for the summit it was my first time. I loved learning the leadership principles and meeting
    so many inspirational women.
    – Kara, age 15

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    “I am kicking my smallness mindset to the curb. At this Summit I learned to remove negative mindsets
    and now anything is possible for me.”
    – Bella, age 14

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    GET TICKETS HERE:

    Reception 3/27 from 630-8pm Summit 3/28 from 830am-2pm
    Register for one or both days.
    GET TICKETS HERE.

    ❤️ 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. Register for one or both days. Friday reception is complimentary thanks to our sponsors. Saturday summit is $15pp – if you need a scholarship use promo code ‘gift’. Registration close 3/23 at 6pm.
    • APPLY FOR A CHANCE TO WIN A $1000 COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIP: Jr & Sr high school girls in Arizona – read the requirements and apply for a chance to win The Girls Change The World $1000 Scholarship. Applications open Feb 9-close Mar 13. Winners will be celebrated at the Friday reception and the 6 winners will be awarded at the Summit. APPLY here.
    • TIME & DATE:  See agenda below

    ❤️ Summit Agenda:

    Friday Reception:
    6:30-8pm light appetizers – meet the mentors and celebrate the 2026 nominees 

    Saturday 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 6 $1000 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.

     

    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”

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