Young people need a space where they feel safe expressing gender specific concerns in a supportive environment, with an adult who can give some advice. SAYA! has a girls-only program where young women can talk to each other about the tough stuff they're dealing with. Through discussions, informational workshops and youth-led projects, program participants develop greater self-awareness and self-esteem, a stronger sense of community, and healthy alternatives to gender stereotypes. Desi Girls on 'da Rise is our Leadership Development Program for young South Asian women ages 13 to 19. The program begins in September and ends in June and a year long commitment is required from the participants.

If you would like more information on this program contact our Girls Program Coordinator by email at saya@saya.org or you can call her at (718) 651-3484.