This blog post was written by Development and Communications intern Sophie Hayssen
An introductory video played on loop in the center of Times Square
On Thursday, May 31st, Girls Write Now received the opportunity of a lifetime: opening the NASDAQ. Before ringing the opening bell, founder, Maya Nussbaum said a few words about why it is more important now than ever to support Girls Write Now’s mission to elevate the voices of young women of all backgrounds. Outside, a video played on the NASDAQ’s billboard, shining a very large and much deserved spotlight on the hard work and passion of our staff, board, mentors, and mentees. All in all, it was a perfect way to continue GWN’s 20th anniversary celebration.
Founder Maya Nussbaum with Brandis Desimone, Managing Director at Nasdaq (Photography by Libby Greene/Nasdaq, Inc.)
Photography by Libby Greene/Nasdaq, Inc.
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