thegirlfriendgroup : MyBlogHer Profile

TheGirlfriendGroup was founded in the summer of 2009, two months after the untimely death of my sister Valerie.  Val and I talked a great deal about how girlfriends were the most important people in a woman's life.  A single parent of a special needs child, Val relied heavily on the support of her girlfriends.  They were her backbone, her counselors, her soul mates.  After her passing, I needed an outlet for my grief.  I sat down on my couch with my cousin Naomi across from me and TheGirlfriendGroup was born on August 22, 2009. 

Today, the group has evolved into a global online community for women.  Our mission:  women helping women in all aspects of life.  Network. Share.Encourage is our tagline and our goal is to facilitate unity, empowermen and adopt non-adversarial mindsets.  We are a highly inclusive group and welcome all women.  There are no other requirements necessary to join our group.  That is our competitive advantage and that is what we advocate.