Girlhood isn't a waiting room for adulthood.

It's the sleepovers, the inside jokes, the games that go on too long, the friendships that become part of your story, the freedom to be curious and a little ridiculous. It's having time to discover what you like, what you don't, and who you are becoming. Black girls deserve all of that. Not as a privilege, but as part of growing up. This year, we're asking our community to help make more of those experiences possible. Your support of Protect Her Right to Be will help Black Girls Smile establish a dedicated community space in Atlanta—one where girls can gather, make memories, explore, and build community. Let's give girlhood room to happen. Make a year-end gift. Link in bio.