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JISELLE ABRAHAM

YEARS AS MENTEE: 4

GRADE: Senior

HIGH SCHOOL: Edward R. Murrow High School

BORN: Queens, NY

LIVES: Brooklyn, NY

MENTEE’S ANECDOTE: For the past four years, Girls Write Now provided me with a community of girls like me to share our feelings. Even if I didn’t share at workshops, it was good to hear what goes on in other people’s heads when they write. Thanks to Girls Write Now, I have a different perspective, and I have learned that every writing genre is a different outlet that can help express other sides of me. I want to thank the Girls Write Now community and my mentor for helping me move forward with writing. It will always be a part of me everywhere I go.

HEATHER STRICKLAND

YEARS AS MENTOR: 4

OCCUPATION: Senior Manager Internal Communications, American Express

BORN: Philadelphia, PA

LIVES: Brooklyn, NY

MENTOR’S ANECDOTE: Over the last four years, I have watched Jiselle grow tremendously, from a quiet, shy girl to a strong, opinionated woman. In turn, Jiselle has challenged me to explore new genres and always asks me how my writing is going, reminding me to put words on the page. We have become especially close this last year, opening up to each other and sharing personal stories to strengthen our bond. The Park Slope Starbucks (our regular meeting spot) will always have a special place in my heart, as will Jiselle. I am so excited to see what the future holds for her!