Author Archives: Lori Palmer

With Mother’s Day fast approaching this Sunday, May 13, I am reminded of the profound influence our mothers have had on each one of us, of the unique ways in which we are shaped and perceive the world thanks to … Continue reading →

I am thrilled to share the news that I was elected to serve on the Girls Inc. national board at the recent 59th Girls Inc. National Conference. I really appreciate this opportunity to represent the affiliates of Girls Inc. geographic … Continue reading →

Last Wednesday evening — April 4, 2012 — Girls Inc. of Metropolitan Dallas held its 4th and final lecture of its inaugural annual lecture series, titled “What is a Girl?” In pursuit of our Girls Inc. strategic vision and commitment … Continue reading →

Who says spring break can’t be a productive time in a young lady’s life? Just ask the 50 middle- and high-school girls who participated in our Teen Spring Break Program. Packed with activities, the program took place March 12-16 when … Continue reading →

An entrepreneurial mind-set has been proven to improve academic performance, confidence and all-around aspiration. I believe that entrepreneurial skills such as creativity, innovation, quick decision-making and risk-taking are critical not only for those who have interest in starting and growing … Continue reading →

What’s STEM, you ask? Good question! STEM is an acronym for science, technology, engineering and math. Wouldn’t it be great if every girl wanted to be a “STEM girl”? What if that were the current trend, the “in” thing to … Continue reading →

Have you ever felt like we are losing touch with the people who surround us? That we are more and more left to fare on our own in a world that’s all about being connected? As an adult, I have … Continue reading →

October 5, 2011  The mortality rate among young people aged ten to twenty-four is unsettling despite the fact that since 1980 the mortality rate among this age group has decreased.  The National Adolescent Health Information Center (NAHIC) reported that most … Continue reading →

Teen dating abuse is far more prevalent than many teens, parents and educators think; 10 percent of U.S. high school students reported experiencing assault by a boyfriend or girlfriend in the past year according to Adolescent Health study authors Emily … Continue reading →