Youth Health Service Corps

With one of its locations in Waterbury, Conn., Girls Incorporated of Southwestern Connecticut operates a range of support programs for young working women. The organization has been operational since 1864. It is a national research, educational and direct advocacy organization. The organization focuses on the physical, intellectual and emotional development of women. Girls Incorporated of Southwestern Connecticut s programs offer support and guidance services. It also operates programs to build confidence and courage in girls. The organization builds girls' skills for resisting pressure to use harmful substances, such as alcohol, tobacco, household chemicals and other drugs. In addition, Girls Incorporated of Southwestern Connecticut helps girls to identify ways and reasons to avoid early pregnancy.