Your Voice as a Superpower!

Hey there, change-maker! 

Have you ever had a thought in class but decided not to raise your hand? Or wanted to say something wasn’t fair, but worried people might roll their eyes? If so, you’re definitely not alone. A lot of girls feel that way. But here’s something important you should know: your voice matters, no matter how loud, quiet, bold, or creative it is.

When people talk about “using your voice,” they don’t just mean shouting into a microphone or giving a big speech. Your voice is any way you share your ideas, stand up for yourself or others, or show what you believe in. And throughout history, girls and women have used their voices in all kinds of powerful ways.

Let’s rewind for a second. Rosa Parks used her voice by not moving. Her quiet decision spoke louder than words and helped change unfair laws. Malala Yousafzai used her voice by speaking out about education, even when it was dangerous to do so. Ruth Bader Ginsburg used her voice through the law, writing and speaking carefully to make things fairer for everyone. And some girls today use their voices through art, social media, music, or simply by supporting a friend.

Here’s the coolest part: none of those voices looked the same.

Some were soft. Some were bold. Some took time to be heard. But all of them mattered.

Sometimes girls are taught—without anyone saying it out loud—to be “nice,” “quiet,” or “not make a fuss.” But speaking up doesn’t mean being rude or bossy. It means being honest, thoughtful, and brave. It can look like asking a question. It can look like saying, “That doesn’t feel fair.” It can look like writing a poem, drawing a picture, or standing next to someone who needs support.

And guess what? You don’t have to wait until you’re older to use your voice. You’re already using it every day, when you share an idea, help a friend, or believe in yourself, even when something feels hard. The world doesn’t just need louder voices. It needs your voice.

Because when girls speak up, listen closely, and believe they belong, change begins. And that change can start right now, with you.

Activity: Create Your Voice Map

What You Need:

• A piece of paper or a journal

• Colored pens, markers, or crayons

How to Do It:

1. Draw a Megaphone (or Speech Bubble) In the center of the page, draw a megaphone or speech bubble.

2. Inside, Write:

   • One thing you care about

   • One way you already use your voice (talking, writing, art, kindness, leadership, listening)

   • One new way you’d like to try using your voice

3. Decorate It! Add colors, doodles, stars, or words that make you feel confident.

4. Finish This Sentence Somewhere on the Page: “My voice matters because…”

Why This Activity Is Awesome:

This activity helps you see that your voice is already powerful, and that you don’t have to change who you are to make a difference. Your ideas, feelings, and actions matter, and the world is better when you share them.

Remember: You don’t need permission to use your voice. You already have one.