For Girls
Girl Scouts
http://www.girlscouts.org/
“Girl Scouting builds girls of courage, confidence, and character who make the world a better place.”
Girls Only
http://www.gogirlsonly.org/
“Girls Only is a fun and exciting Web site for girls 5-12. Brought to you by Girl Scouts of the USA, the site is a safe place for girls to play games, take quizzes, ask questions, share their favorite stories, or send e-cards to friends and family. Updated regularly and designed with girls' interests in mind, Girls Only gives girls a chance to express themselves and explore new ideas in a secure, fun environment.”
Afro Puffs and Ponytails
http://afropuffsandponytails.com/
“Afro Puffs and Ponytails is a positive website that provides encouraging articles, events, program listings, and resources for African American/Black teen girls, young girls, and their parents.”
Empowering Young Women
http://comminfo.rutgers.edu/professional-development/childlit/girllist.html
“The websites identified here are a sampling of those that celebrate the empowerment of young females in a variety of activities and disciplines. They have in common their recognition that gender is not an impediment to accomplishment.”
Contra Costa Youth Commission
http://www.contracostayouth.net
Teen Resources (lots of useful links for youth-oriented services and events)
http://www.pittsburgca.net/teen/index.html
Contra Costa Youth (more great resources for youth and youth services providers)
http://www.contracostayouth.com/