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The GWI Innovation Academy 14+
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Join a class of young women just like you and learn how to bring an idea to life!
Through live, online classes your expert instructor will guide you to launch your dream project, connect with peers nationwide, and gain the know-how to take charge of your future. Build an entrepreneurial mindset and graduate with a business plan, resume material, and the competitive edge to set you apart in anything you do.
About the GWI Innovation Academy
Program Details
Develop a venture idea (no idea, no problem!)
10 1-hour classes + 9 activities = a lifetime of success
Live and online - small classes led by expert instructors
Access instructors 1:1 as needed
Classes evenings / weekends (from wherever you are!)
Access all materials and class recordings online
Virtual Graduation ceremony
Earn a Micro-Credential to showcase your mastery of business and leadership skills on LinkedIn, resumes, and portfolios!
Why Join?
Set yourself apart with unique skills and experiences that catch attention.
Boost your confidence and believe in your ability to lead and succeed.
Build leadership and public speaking skills to excel in any setting.
It’s flexible – attend live, interactive classes from anywhere.
Learn from expert instructors who provide personalized guidance and feedback.
How to Leverage It?
Make it your Capstone or Community Service Requirement
List GWI as your top extra-curricular in college applications
Incorporate into college essays and scholarship applications
Show initiative in college and internship interviews
Boost your resume with unique skills and experiences
Highlight your Micro-Credential on social media, LinkedIn, resumes, and portfolios to showcase your accomplishments and stand out to employers and schools!
What You Learn & Create
We have created a robust and detailed program that covers a wide range of business topics and objectives. All students receive a micro-credential upon completing our graduation requirements.
What is a Micro-Credential?
A micro-credential is a focused, verifiable recognition of the skills and knowledge you gain through our programs. Upon completing the program, you’ll earn a digital badge—a shareable, online credential that showcases your achievements and expertise.
How Can You Use It?
Showcase Your Skills: Add your digital badge to your LinkedIn profile, resume, and professional portfolio to stand out to employers and schools.
Share Your Accomplishments: Post your badge on social media to highlight your success and inspire others.
Build Your Professional Brand: Use your micro-credential to demonstrate your readiness to lead, innovate, and make an impact in your field.
Boost Your Applications: Include it in college essays, scholarship applications, or internship interviews to showcase your initiative and skills.
Your micro-credential is more than a badge; it’s a powerful tool to help you achieve your career and academic goals while setting you apart in today’s competitive world.
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“Right now I’m feeling very excited. I feel very inspired… before I didn’t know how to start my business off, so having guidance through Girls With Impact I feel very capable right now.”
Rachel M., 17. Founder, Crown Kits
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“The fact that I could do this program from home made it so manageable.”
Kellie T., Girls With Impact Alumni/Graduate
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"GWI was exactly what I needed on my resume to get into my top choice college"
Fernanda G., 21, CEO, Tialli
Registration details
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Our programs are for young women and those who identify as young women, ages 14-24. Classes are broken out by age, so students will be placed within their own age group.
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The Academy program cost is $995. However, scholarships are available for students in need, thanks to our funding partners. More details on scholarship codes may be available through your school or community organization or found on our social.
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Click on Register Now!
Select the Start Date & Time that works best for your schedule.
Fill out a 3-5-minute enrollment form.
Click cart, which is found in the upper right-hand corner of the Register Page.
If you have a scholarship code, add it to adjust the final rate.
Mark your calendar and get ready for a fun adventure!
Top FAQs
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Through our Impact Driven Entrepreneurship training model, you will be equipped with the skills, confidence and tools to: Investigate, ideate, innovate and ignite a venture that takes her passion and turns it into an impactful business or non-profit.
We give you a unique way to differentiate yourself, show what you've done, and stand out from the crowd.
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Who are the programs for?
Our programs are for girls, and those who identify as girls, in ages 14-24. Students from anywhere in the world may join our program, although class times are based on eastern time zones in the USA.
How long is the academy program?
The live, online academy program consists of 8 live classes. There is a 1-class orientation in advance of the program, taking the total length of the program to 10-weeks.
Our summer live, online academy is 5 weeks (1 week orientation plus 8 classes over 5 weeks.
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Yes. Just as with the YWCA, swimming or other programs, it helps cover our professional coaches, technology, platform, curriculum, start-up kits and more.
Tuition fees are on a sliding scale, up to $995, based on financial need. This equates to about $30 per hour for the orientation, 8-week Academy, mentoring and review and in-person graduation. All course materials are included in this fee.
This program is worth substantially more for the education, network and business/venture development as well as the increased likelihood of scholarships and job earnings. Our program has been valued at $2,000.
Do you offer financial aid?
Financial aid is offered to students in the USA from low-moderate income households.
If you meet our financial aid requirements you will be awarded a funded / part funded place.
Please see here for our financial aid process.
Please indicate your need for financial aid by emailing ops@girlswithimpact.com.
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