Alliance for Girls* has set a 5-year goal: to create an imagined community** in the Bay Area where girls and gender-expansive youth, particularly those of color, are valued, respected, and safe. By working together, we can turn this vision into reality. Central to this vision are the State of the Bay Area Girl Initiative (SGI) County Profiles. These SGI County Profiles are designed to be more than just data—they are a cornerstone of AFG's effort to center the lived experiences of girls and gender-expansive youth of color through actionable youth-led data made up of both current and aspirational indicators for measuring their well-being across all nine Bay Area counties. Through this, we aim to position these young people as experts and solution builders, benefiting the entire community.
To develop these profiles, on October 2, 2024 from 3:30-5:30pm, Alliance for Girls and Girls Inc. of Alameda County will be co-hosting a virtual Plática for the State of the Bay Area Girl Initiative at Girls Inc. Simpson Center for Girls in Oakland. The literal translation of pláticas is “talks;” however, pláticas are more than talks—they are family and community gatherings where powerful conversations occur in a warm, friendly environment.
In the virtual Plática, expect to:
Be led by youth facilitators from community partners.
Dive deep into the heart of what makes up the County Profiles with an enhanced focus on Alameda County.
Contribute to systemic change and building a future that reflects your aspirations, and meet like-minded people along the way.
Be an active part of decision-making processes and ensure your vision for the future is heard.
By engaging in this collaborative process, we will, county by county, hone these SGI profiles together, strengthening community bonds and enriching our imagined community with diverse perspectives and collective wisdom. This approach ensures that every voice is valued and contributes to our pioneering efforts in youth-led advocacy and community-driven research.
We hope to see you there!