LiveGirl Recognizes Annual Impact Scholars

Press release from LiveGirl:

June 22, 2020

LiveGirl is thrilled to recognize its annual impact scholars. These annual scholarship awards are given to graduating seniors who have made a significant positive impact in their local community through volunteerism and activism.

LiveGirl Founder and CEO Sheri West announced, “These talented, inclusive leaders epitomize the LiveGirl leadership values and make the world a better place.”

Aziza Benbouchaib, graduated Westhill HS, attending Manhattanville College
Aziza launched @SilenceHurtsCT, a school and online support group for sexual abuse survivors. Aziza shared, “LiveGirl has shown me that I have a voice and that I should speak up about the things that are important to me.”

Phoebe Kurth, graduated St. Luke’s HS, attending Villanova
Phoebe has volunteered for LiveGirl throughout her high school career, as a mentor, camp counselor, leadership council member and senior fellow. During COVID19, she organized LiveGirl’s High School Leadership Council’s “Hearts for Healthcare Workers' ' campaign. “Before LiveGirl, I would not have had the leadership skills to carry out a project like this.”

Stephanie Guza, graduated Sacred Heart Academy, attending University of Richmond
Stephanie has been involved with LiveGirl throughout high school and has made a powerful impact through her “Ending Period Poverty” initiative. “Through LiveGirl, I have learned public speaking, networking, and self-empowerment, which have allowed me to speak up and stand up for others and maximize my potential to achieve my goals.”

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