Simmons is the author of the New York Times Bestseller Odd Girl Out, the first book to explore the hidden culture of cruelty in the lives of young girls. An expert on female bullying and aggression, she is also the Founder and Director of The Girls’ Leadership Institute.
A three-time Olympian, Dawes holds the distinction of being the first African American gymnast to qualify for and compete in the Olympic Games. She is a spokesperson for multiple youth organizations and the President of the Women’s Sports Foundation, where she encourages women and girls to pursue excellence – both in and out of the gymnasium.
Rachel Simmons
Dominique Dawes
A jurist beyond reproach, Hatchett garnered national appeal for her award-winning show, Judge Hatchett. She is nationally recognized as an expert on juvenile and social issues, and is the author of Say What You Mean and Mean What You Say: 7 Simple Strategies to Help Our Children Along the Path to Purpose and Possibility.
An Emmy Award-winning actress best known for her fearless portrayal of “Betty Suarez” on the hit comedy Ugly Betty, Ferrera recently served as an artist ambassador for Save the Children, helping to raise more than $44,000 to build a new elementary school in Mali. She received the Cesar E. Chavez Legacy Award for her commitment to helping underprivileged families and youth.
Glenda Hatchett
America Ferrera
Perhaps best known for her role as “Blossom” in the ‘90s sitcom of the same name, Bialik is also a brilliant scientist with a degree in neuroscience from UCLA. She speaks to filling a unique space as a woman in two difficult worlds: Hollywood and the scientific community.
An internationally recognized authority on children, teens, bullying, and parenting, Wiseman is the author of Queen Bees and Wannabes, the best-selling book that inspired the hit film Mean Girls. She is the media’s go-to expert on bullying prevention and school violence, and is a frequent guest on The Today Show.
Mayim Bialik
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