March 4, 2025
The world is full of young girls with big ideas. They see problems and want to make a difference. At The Decided Collection, we believe preteen and teen girls have the power to make a real impact. Thatâs why weâre shining a light on five amazing young women who are changing the world in their own way. From fighting climate change to creating life-changing technology, these girls prove that age does not matter when it comes to making a difference.Â
When the wildfires hit southern California and destroyed communities, Avery stepped in immediately and founded Altadena Girls. They focus on restoring normalcy for teenage victims and their families by providing clothing, toiletries, and more. Their message is simpleâ small acts of kindness can make a big impact.
Better known as âLittle Miss Flint,â Mari has been fighting for clean water since she was 8. Sheâs worked to bring attention to the Flint, Michigan water crisis and continues to push for clean, safe water for all. Mari proves that youâre never too young to stand up for whatâs right.
Xiye is a Mexican climate activist who is all about protecting the planet for future generations. Sheâs a speaker, organizer, and advocate pushing world leaders to take action on climate change. Her work is a reminder that we all have a role in protecting the Earth.
A scientist, inventor, and author, Gitanjali uses STEM to tackle big issues like water contamination and cyberbullying. She was named Timeâs first-ever Kid of the Year. Gitanjali is an inspiration to other young mindsâto think big and use technology to solve real-world problems.
Trisha saw a problem with cyberbullying and did something about it. She created ReThink, a technology that detects harmful language before itâs sent, giving users a chance to pause and reconsider. Her work is making the internet a kinder place for everyone, especially preteen girls that are facing some of the most challenging years of their lives.Â
These young girls making a difference show us that passion and determination can make a significant impact. At The Decided Collection, we believe every girl has the power to make a differenceâwhether in her community, her school, or the world. So, whatâs your next big idea? We canât wait to see how you make a difference!
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