[Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 87 (Tuesday, June 22, 2004)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1208]
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                         IN HONOR OF GIRLS INC.

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                         HON. MICHAEL N. CASTLE

                              of delaware

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, June 22, 2004

  Mr. CASTLE. Mr. Speaker, it is with great pleasure that I rise today 
to honor the achievements of Girls Inc. on the celebration of its 50th 
Anniversary.
  Girls Inc. is a nonprofit youth organization dedicated to providing 
important educational programs to young women, particularly those in 
high-risk, underserved areas. Throughout the years, Girls Inc. has been 
a key influence in the lives of millions of Americans and it has helped 
many wonderful young Delawareans achieve their hopes and dreams.
  The programs of Girls Inc. work to improve math and science 
education, drug abuse prevention, media literacy, economic literacy, 
adolescent health, violence prevention, and sports participation. In 
addition, Girls Inc. promotes health and safety initiatives through 
programs such as ``Will Power/Won't Power,'' which addresses teen 
pregnancy and ``Action for Safety,'' which teaches teens to become 
advocates for issues affecting young women. It also hosts outreach 
programs that are designed for young women who live in public housing.
  During the past 50 years, Girls Inc. has done much to address 
critical issues facing young women across the nation. In Delaware, the 
important work of Girls Inc. should not go unnoticed. Mr. Speaker, I 
commend and congratulate Girls Inc. for their dedication to improving 
and enhancing the lives of women. Its contribution in Delaware should 
serve as an example to us all.

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