GHRO Your Future
GHRO Your Future serves middle and high school age girls (ages 12-18). We equip these young ladies of influence with the social-emotional support, workforce readiness, and leadership development they need to overcome social, economic and gender barriers.
GHRO program models include out Community Cohort, Afterschool Wednesdays, and School Based workshops.
Community Cohort
GHRO Your Future is a comprehensive, three-phase initiative designed to prepare young women to thrive academically, professionally, and personally. Our signature program model is an eight-month cohort, serving middle and high school girls from September–April with bi-monthly development workshops and mentoring sessions. Phases include:
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Social-Emotional & Character Development: Participants engage in activities that build confidence, resilience, and communication skills. These are foundational tools that improve classroom performance and prepare students to manage challenges in personal and professional circumstances.
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Mentorship: Participants meet with mentors throughout the program who reflect their aspirations and lived experiences. Mentors provide guidance, encouragement, and access to networks otherwise unavailable to many of our young women. Mentorship creates bridges of opportunity, expands students’ vision of what’s possible, and provides them with role models who champion their success.
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Workforce Development & Leadership: Phase three equips participants with the practical skills and leadership mindset to succeed in the workforce. Through experiential learning, like resume development, mock interviews, and workplace site visits, participants explore high-demand career pathways, learn to advocate for themselves, and practice leading in community spaces at our annual community-wide workforce expo for students.
Afterschool Wednesdays - Restarting Fall 2026!
Afterschool Wednesdays gives girls in Columbus the opportunity to become peer leaders, receive tutoring support, and experience dedicated studying and mentorship sessions at the Femergy® Center. Students do not have to be enrolled in the community cohort to participate in Afterschool Wednesdays.
We recommend this program model for students who need support, but aren't able to commit to the community cohort's schedule. Through this model, students receive dedicated academic assistance and build their confidence.
Please fill out the intake form to get started. You will be notified when Afterschool Wednesdays kick off for the 2026-2027 school year.
Questions? Contact us at info@femergy.org
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School-Based Programming
Looking to bring GHRO programming directly to your students? Femergy® can host one-off workshops, lunch & learn sessions, or development series directly in your school. To learn more about bringing GHRO directly to your school, please contact us at info@femergy.org.
How to Get Involved
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Read through the program overview with your participant and decide what program model is the right fit.
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Register your participant for GHRO Your Future programming.
On the registration form, we'll learn more about your participant and what makes her unique! We'll also prepare you for what's to come.
Applications are currently full for our 2026-2027 Community Cohort. Please join the waitlist to be notified if additional spots open.
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Attend your program!
If your participant registers for our community cohort, you'll attend an orientation to prepare you for the incredible eight months of programming ahead of you!
At Afterschool Wednesdays, your student will get started right away!
Thank you to our 2026-2027 partners!
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Executive Allies
EmpowHER Partners
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GHRO Your Future: The Excel Expo
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The Femergy® GHRO Your Future Excel Expo, presented by Encova, is a dynamic, purpose-driven experience designed to connect emerging talent with forward-thinking partners across Columbus. More than a traditional career fair, this immersive day centers leadership development, workforce readiness, and meaningful relationship-building—creating a pipeline of prepared, confident, and motivated candidates for today’s workforce.
Partners are invited to engage directly with participants through hands-on learning, real-time skill development, and authentic conversations about career pathways, workplace culture, and opportunity. Together, we are shaping the future workforce by investing in people, potential, and access.
What Participants Will Experience:
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Direct access to corporate partners representing diverse industries and career pathways in Central Ohio
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Mock interviews with professionals offering real-time feedback and coaching
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Financial literacy workshop focused on budgeting, credit, and long-term financial wellness
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Leadership keynote centered on confidence, career navigation, and professional growth
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Networking opportunities with employers, mentors, and community leaders
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Workforce readiness tools to support career exploration, job placement, and advancement
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Professional Headshots
