Girls Inc. of Central Iowa
The Young Women’s Resource Center is excited to be the home of Girls Inc. of Central Iowa! Building on our almost 50 years of work with girls and young women, our creation of Girls Inc. of Central Iowa as part of the YWRC bolsters resources, strengthens our ability to adapt to everchanging needs, and supports our commitment to community.
Mission
Girls Inc. inspires all girls to be strong, smart, and bold.
Vision
Powerful girls in an equitable society.
Values
- Recognize and support the strength in every girl.
- Respect the dignity of each human being and demonstrate genuine care and concern for the well-being of others.
- Understand and appreciate diversity, embrace inclusiveness, and advance equity.
- Drive for results anchored in integrity and accountability.
- Collaborate for impact.
Girls Inc. of Central Iowa Programs
Programs include After School Groups, In School Girls Groups, 2027 Summer Program, and special client events like the upcoming Fall Open House (September 14 – stay tuned for details).
Related Programs
After School Groups
The Young Women’s Resource Center holds weekly after school groups for young women in the Des Moines area in 5th through 12th grades. These groups explore a variety of topics such as body image, self-esteem, reproductive health and healthy relationships. They include hands-on activities, field trips, guest speakers and community service projects. (Groups are currently held online and meet in a virtual space. Project-specific activity kits are provided for participants.)
Better Beginnings Doula Program
The term doula comes from ancient Greek which means, “a woman who serves”. Today Birth Doulas provide practical, emotional, physical, spiritual and informational support. Birth doulas stand by their clients during pregnancy, birth and postpartum. Doulas aim to empower clients to have the birth they want, as well as have autonomy over their birth and body.
Childbirth Education Group
Held at the Young Women’s Resource Center, the Pregnancy and Birth Support Group provides comprehensive pregnancy, labor, birth and postpartum education for young women and their partners.