An #HourWithHer Can Boost a Girl’s Self-Esteem for a Lifetime
When girls don’t feel good about the way they look, they are more likely to opt out of important activities. However, research shows that spending just an #HourWithHer can boost a girl’s self-esteem for a lifetime.
Since 2004, the Dove Self-Esteem Project has reached more than 20 million young people with self-esteem education, and you can help us reach 20 million more by 2020. Download our free resources, spend an #HourWithHer, and together we will help every girl reach her full potential.
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Dove Real Beauty Productions is bringing together women and girls for an inspiring #HourWithHer. These are their stories.
Rebecca & Giada
In an #HourWithHer, 𝘚𝘵𝘦𝘷𝘦𝘯 𝘜𝘯𝘪𝘷𝘦𝘳𝘴𝘦 creator Rebecca Sugar helps Giada use her imagination to create a new self-esteem superhero.
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Chelsea & Caralyn
In an #HourWithHer, Chelsea shares how she overcame bullying, embraced her natural beauty, and became a successful actress, inspiring Caralyn to step into the spotlight.
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From workshops to at-home activities, see all the ways women and girls are spending an #HourWithHer and the Dove Self-Esteem Project.
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Dove works with creative partners who share our commitment to boosting the self-esteem of women and girls.
Shonda Rhimes, Chief Storyteller
Shonda Rhimes is an award-winning television producer, screenwriter, and author. As Chief Storyteller, Shonda is an ambassador for Dove Real Beauty Productions. She is a pioneer in depicting diverse beauty on screen and creating opportunities for women and girls behind the camera.
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Dove Real Beauty Productions
Dove and Shonda Rhimes are putting the power of storytelling into the hands of women and girls – to challenge stereotypes, build self-esteem, and change the beauty conversation.
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Dove & Cartoon Network
The Dove Self-Esteem Project is teaming up with the Cartoon Network’s 𝘚𝘵𝘦𝘷𝘦𝘯 𝘜𝘯𝘪𝘷𝘦𝘳𝘴𝘦 to take on kids’ self-esteem and body confidence issues.
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