Explanation
This ordinance authorizes the City Clerk to enter into a grant agreement with EPIC Youth, a non-profit entity, for the support of the International Day of the Girl "Girls Will!" Summit event. Funding support from Council will be provided upfront to defray the cost of pre-event planning and contract procurement, including for the following services:
1. Venue deposits and vendor payments (including workshop facilitators, audio/visual support, and security);
2. Transportation and supplies for over 400 student participants;
3. Marketing, printing, and event materials that must be procured in advance; and
4. Honoraria for speakers and partners.
International Day of the Girl was created to increase attention on issues that matter to girls amongst governments, policymakers and the general public, and more opportunities for girls to have their voices heard on the global stage.
The mission of EPIC Youth is to empower youth to live purposeful lives fueled by personal skills and talents, positive character, self-improvement, personal leadership skills, and career readiness. EPIC Youth is a mentoring and empowerment organization dedicated to equipping young people with the leadership, academic, and professional skills they need to succeed. Through mentorship, hands-on learning experiences, and dynamic programs, they empower students to build confidence, develop strong character, and prepare for their future careers. EPIC Youth came to be through the combination of Eryn PiNK Girl Empowerment and Men of ICE, two organizations that provided tailored leadership and personal development programs designed specifically for girls and boys. Now, the two have combined and expanded to leadership academies, in-school programs, and mentorship initiatives with structured pathways for self-discovery, teamwork, and critical thinking. EPIC Youth stands for empowerment, purpose, innovation, and community.
The Girls Will! Summit is an annual, city-supported event designed to em...
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