To be listed in this category, an organization must focus on the root issues of self-esteem and confidence. For example, some might consider sports to be an empowering activity for girls, but a sports organization is only indirectly addressing this issue; it is not directly addressing the root issues of self-esteem and confidence. However, an organization could specialize in sports-related solutions yet still bring attention to and educate the community about the root problems of self-esteem and confidence; that organization might be appropriate for this category.
In a study of adolescents by the American Association of University Women, the number of girls who strongly agree with the statement "I like most things about myself" drops 31 points between elementary and high school. The specific areas in which girls lose confidence are varied, especially body image, academic ability, and leadership ability.
This category lists organizations that aim to encourage healthy self-esteem and confidence in girls.