Founder & Executive Director

Nana Younge holds a Bachelor of Science in Entrepreneurship from the University of Massachusetts Lowell and is currently pursuing her Masters in Education as a  community engagement fellow at Merrimack College. Nana comes to Get Girls Going with years of experience as a youth worker, community organizer, educator and social justice advocate in the nonprofit sector, Nana founded GGG in 2016 and now serves as Executive Director in efforts to make a difference for girls and women who look like her by creating a space for them to work on being the leaders of their own future. 

Director of Programs

Matilda Matovu holds a Bachelor of Science degree, double majoring in Biology and Political Science from the University of Massachusetts Lowell. Matilda is also a current Masters in International Relations degree candidate at Harvard University Extension School. Matilda believes that women’s empowerment is more than just giving women and girls the opportunity to engage in the world but equipping them with the tools to succeed. Creating real agency for women of color is inclusive of education, but is also founded in establishing a community to allow for everyone to rise to their fullest potential. Matilda has found her purpose in helping young women find theirs.

Grant Development Intern

Program Development Intern

Nia Thompson is a recent graduate from Boston Latin Academy and a current undergraduate student at Wake Forest University in pursuit of a bachelor’s of arts degree. Nia comes to GGG with a lot of experience working with youth in community spaces and believes that representation is integral in creating safe and uplifting spaces. Through working with GGG, Nia hopes to learn more about the working aspects behind creating uplifting environments that empower young girls to realize their potential.