A free summit uniting 6th-12th grade students for social justice & leadership workshops.


Students who attended the Girls of Color Summit March of 2023

Homage to our Future Leaders

Grand Valley State University’s Gayle R. Davis Center for Women & Gender Equity hosts the Girls of Color Summit (GOCS) annually in conjunction with Women’s History Month. GOCS brings together over 250 students in grades 6–12 from schools across Michigan for a full day of interactive workshops.

The Summit provides a space for youth to build connections,  develop leadership skills, and engage in social justice initiatives.  Guided by local BIPOC leaders, this transformational event centers the experiences of girls, women, and gender expansive individuals of color. Together, we work to inspire and empower the next generation of leaders. 


SAVE THE DATE!

SEVENTH ANNUAL GIRLS OF COLOR SUMMIT

GOCS Seventh Annual February 28th 9AM-2PM (8A-9AM breakfast)

Friday, February 28, 2025

Grand River Room - KC 2204

9:00 a.m. - 1:15 p.m.

Registration & Breakfast: 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.

Information on Girls of Color Summit

Girls of Color Summit 2025 – Group Registration Closed

Group registration is now closed.

For information about future events and registration opportunities, please reach out to us at:
Email: [email protected] Phone: (616)331-2748

We appreciate your interest in the Girls of Color Summit and hope to see you next year!

 

Girls of Color Summit 2025 – Non-group/Individual Registration Closed

For inquiries about next year’s registration or any questions, please contact us at:
Email: [email protected]  Phone: (616)331-2748

Thank you for your interest in the Girls of Color Summit!

 

 

Check out the list of previous schools that attended the Girls of Color Summit event

Previously Attended Schools

Online Giving to the Girls of Color Summit

Check: 

Donations can be sent by mail to the following address:

Gayle R. Davis Center for Women & Gender Equity
Grand Valley State University
1201 Kirkhof Center
1 Campus Drive, Allendale, MI 49401 

Your generosity means so much to us, and we’re grateful for your commitment to investing in future leaders. Please don’t hesitate to reach out if you have any questions or need further information. 

Volunteer Registration for the Girls of Color Summit

Inspire and empower 6th–12th-grade students at the Seventh Annual Girls of Color Summit on Friday, February 28, 2025, at GVSU. This year’s theme, "To Go Through It, You’ve Got to Grow Through It," celebrates resilience and self-assurance.

Event Details:
Date: February 28, 2025 Time: 8:00 AM – 1:30 PM (Registration at 8:00 AM)  Location: Kirkhof Center, GVSU, Allendale, MI

Background check required for certain roles. 

Follow us on Instagram (@Gvsugocs_) and Facebook (@Gvsucwge).Make an impact—volunteer today!


Girls of Color Summit 2024 Recap Video

Girls of Color Summit 2023 Recap Video


Become A Sponsor
Transformation Level Sponsor $1000 and above
Empowerment Level Sponsor $500 and up
Confidence Level Sponsor $300 and above

*Company logo and word description of your company to appear in the program 

*Logo recognition on the conference website and registration page 

*Opportunity to provide a prize giveaway 

*Social media post thanking sponsors 

*Promotional table on site 

*Company logo and word description of your company to appear in the program 

*Logo recognition on the conference website and registration page 

*Opportunity to provide a prize giveaway 

*Social media post thanking sponsors 

*Name or Company logo recognition in the program and summit website 

*Opportunity to provide a prize giveaway 

Ways to Give

GOCS Student

Online Giving to the Girls of Color Summit

Check: 

Donations can be sent by mail to the following address:

Gayle R. Davis Center for Women & Gender Equity
Grand Valley State University
1201 Kirkhof Center
1 Campus Drive, Allendale, MI 49401 

Your generosity means so much to us, and we’re grateful for your commitment to investing in future leaders. Please don’t hesitate to reach out if you have any questions or need further information. 

GOCS Student

Questions? Please contact us!

Please contact The Center for Women and Gender Equity's Assistant Director, Lariesha Lee, at [email protected] or (616) 331-2748.

Lariesha Lee

Assistant Director, Lariesha Lee




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