Research & Data
Measuring outcomes is critical to providing girls with the right support and opportunities to thrive.
Our Approach to Research
Every year, an external research firm collects data to evaluate our programs. Our research methods include pre and post surveys, focus groups, demographic data collection, and analysis of publicly available data from the NYC Department of Education, the National Student Clearinghouse, and other sources.
When we use the latest evidence to drive quality improvement, sustainability, and advocacy efforts, we can inspire transformative action to support all girls in being strong, smart, and bold.
Girls Inc. of NYC By the Numbers
Student Success
We support our students from elementary school through college. They develop skills for managing their mental health, caring for their bodies, preparing for financial success, leading the charge for community change, and pursuing their academic and career ambitions.
Our Results
Impact Report, 2023-2024
Across all of our programs, students overwhelmingly indicated that:
- Girls Inc. of NYC is a positive place for young people of all identities.
- Our programs offer learning opportunities students haven’t found in other classes.
- Students learned skills to help them succeed in the real world.
- Staff are knowledgeable about the topics they cover.
- Students feel comfortable reaching out to adults facilitating the program.
Mental Health
Mind Body Matters
Students increased their self-confidence and gained skills in coping with stress, managing conflict, and building healthy relationships.
- 79% of middle school students and 83% of high school students have coping strategies they use when going through a difficult time (from 70% and 62%, respectively)
- 100% of high school students can recognize physical signs when they are stressed (from 87%)
- 81% of middle school students know how to make supportive friends that make them feel good about themselves (from 70%)
- 79% of middle and high school students don’t feel limited by what society thinks of them (from 68% and 59%, respectively)
Financial Literacy
Her Future
Students also improved their financial management practices in maintaining a savings account, following a personal budget, creating or following a financial plan for college, and helping family members learn about money matters.
- 72% know how to create a financial plan (from 58%)
- 63% know how to manage college loans (from 46%)
- 60% know how to create a business plan (from 49%)
Data Analytics
Generation Giga Girls (G3)
G3 students showed significant gains in math confidence, data analytics, and college and career interest.
- 83% keep trying to solve a math problem until they figure it out (from 65%)
- 80% are now interested in a career in math (from 63%)
- 82% are now aware of a variety of careers that involve data analysis (from 65%)
College and Career
Project REACH
Students demonstrated improvements in motivation and confidence, the use of support resources, and career planning.
- 82% know which career is best for them (from 64%)
- 100% are open to constructive feedback (from 91%)
- 82% allocate time for self-care (from 45%)
- 91% seek support for emotional distress when and if needed (from 70%)
Leadership
Teen Leadership Circles (TLCs)
TLC peer leaders improved their skills in youth leadership, advocacy and social justice, healthy relationships, and professional development.
- 98% know strategies to make a positive change in their communities (from 85%)
- 96% understand the concept of community organizing (from 77%)
- 92% know how to make supportive friends (from 83%)
- 100% actively pursue opportunities for growth and development (from 92%)
- 96% understand the importance of networking to fulfill my goals (from 84%)
Reports from Girls Inc. National
Girls Inc. girls outperform peers on key indicators.
From 2017 to 2019, the Girls Inc. national office worked with the American Institutes for Research to implement a quasi-experimental research study with four Girls Inc. affiliates and their school districts in small, medium, and large communities. The results revealed that Girls Inc. changes the trajectory of girls’ lives and sets them up for life-long success.
