several universities and corporations. Economic Literacy - teaches girls about financial management and independence. Friendly PEERsuasion - helps girls aged 11-14 to avoid harmful substance use. Leadership and Community Action Media Literacy Operation SMART Preventing Adolescent Pregnancy Project Bold - a violence-prevention and self-defense program. Bold Futures - after-school mentoring program. Girls Inc. Sporting Champs See also Bristol Girls' Club Eloise B. Houchens Center References External links Youth organizations based in the United States Youth empowerment organizations Women's organizations based in the United States Youth organizations established in 1945 1864 establishments in Connecticut