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For a Florida teen catching up on missed moments, a night in the spotlight
By age 15, Bella hadn’t finished fifth grade. But at Pace Center for Girls, she’s catching up — and learning she counts.
05.26.2023
‘A safe space to talk’: Macon counseling center helps young girls manage transition out of school
Meet Sakiyah and hear her inspiring story reported by 13WMAZ in Macon, Georgia.
05.15.2023
One Hundred Teen Girls Meet Florida Legislators at Pace Day at the Capitol
“Because of Pace Day at the Capitol and the female legislators I met, I feel like I am not alone and capable of sharing my story to make a...
04.03.2023
Hillsborough 14-year-old shines at Pace Center for Girls
We invite you to meet 14-year-old Lyra and hear her inspiring story. Lyra's journey hasn't been easy. She's wise beyond her years, gifted, and highly...
03.24.2023
Pace Center for Girls in Orange County empowers young women to succeed academically and personally
When we focus on supporting girls, they gain the power to achieve success in all areas of their lives, leading to positive outcomes for themselves,...
03.21.2023
Pace Center for Girls Collier celebrates 25 years of helping girls in Immokalee
Marianne Kearns, Executive Director of Pace Collier, who accepted a proclamation from Collier County Commissioners last week acknowledging the...
03.16.2023
Women of Influence: Thresa Giles of Pace Center for Girls
We are proud to share that Pace's own Thresa Giles, Chief Financial and Business Operations Officer, was recognized by the Jacksonville Business...
03.03.2023
Pace Expands Reach Counseling Program to Marion County
The program will provide Marion County with supportive therapy specifically designed for middle and high school girls.
03.02.2023
Empowering Girls and Young Women
One thriving Pace girl is 16-year-old Sandra. The high school junior has been attending Pace Center for Girls of Polk County for nearly a year and...
03.01.2023
The youth mental health crisis is hitting girls the hardest. Here’s what needs to change.
The girls and young women I work with receive academic instruction and work closely with counselors trained in trauma-based therapy and suicide...
02.14.2023
‘The person that I needed’: How one Florida counselor guides girls in her home community
Sharayne Douglas never expected to become a therapist. Today, she works with teenage girls and their families as a Reach Therapist in South Florida.
02.10.2023
Orange County’s Domestic Violence Commission Addresses Teen Dating Violence
The Orange County Domestic Violence Commission is working with Pace Center for Girls Orange to provide resources and advocacy to youth who have...
02.09.2023