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Published 9/29/25 7:40PM
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Mentor Girls In Chicago!

On-site, Volunteer must be in or near Chicago, IL
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  • Details

    Start Date:
    October 27, 2025
    End Date:
    February 2, 2026
    Available Times:
    Weekdays (daytime)
    Time Commitment:
    A few hours per week
    Commitment Details:
    This mentoring opportunity is for increments of one hour per week during school days (Mon-Friday). Sessions typically run between the hours of 10am and 4pm CST.
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Volunteers Needed:
    2
    Cause Areas:
    Community Development, Education, Volunteering
    Benefits:
    Stipend Provided, Training Provided
    Participation Requirements:
    Background Check, Attend Orientation
    Age Requirement:
    21+
    Other Requirements:
    All applicants must have experience working with Black and Brown girls. Ideal candidates are those who can relate to girls (K-12) by identifying current culture (music, trends, etc.) and have familiarity with operating Zoom, Google Meet, etc.

    Description

    Mentor Girls In Chicago!

    Are you passionate about mentoring high school girls and empowering the next generation of leaders? Pretty Brown Girl (PBG) is seeking two female Bilingual Mentors to guide and inspire teen girls on the Southwest Side of Chicago!

    The Pretty Brown Girl Program provides girls in grades 3rd-12th with a culturally responsive, personalized learning environment. Our program combines a variety of experiences, instructional approaches, and academic support strategies to help girls thrive. By fostering self-love, academic achievement, character building, community advocacy, and leadership skills, our program is proven to enhance confidence, resilience, and a positive attitude toward self and others.

    Role Details:

    • Location: Assigned school site, Southwest Chicago
    • Commitment: Once a week, 1-hour sessions, for up to 15 weeks (tentatively starting end of October 2025)
    • Support: Mentors receive signature PBG merchandise, training, and stipend

    Requirements:

    • Must be Bilingual
    • Must pass a pre-employment background check and drug screening
    • Commitment to fostering a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment for all participants
    • Passion for mentoring girls of color and promoting social-emotional growth and leadership development

    Pretty Brown Girl is an equal opportunity organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, age, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

    Location

    On-site
    Chicago, IL, USA
    Directions

    Note: School is located on the Southwest side of Chicago

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