Next in Girls Unlimited series set for Nov. 2, focuses on women in technology

The Redmond Youth Partnership Advisory Committee annual Girls Unlimited series continues this year with the theme "Making the Future Happen – Young Women in Technology" on from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Nov. 2 at Redmond City Hall, located at 15670 N.E. 85th St.

The Redmond Youth Partnership Advisory Committee annual Girls Unlimited series continues this year with the theme “Making the Future Happen – Young Women in Technology” on from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Nov. 2 at Redmond City Hall, located at 15670 N.E. 85th St.

This session is focused on women in technology and what it is like being a woman in working in the tech industry. The program is targeted for young women in middle and high school and will include presentations and interactive activities.

Girls Unlimited was started to empower young women in the community to take charge of their lives and be a part of their change. Women professionals come and share their story about their career paths and talk about what it takes to get to where they are. The keynote speaker for the upcoming session is Neely McQueen, local author and national speaker on girls and empowerment.

The cost of the event is $10 which includes lunch and scholarships are available. Registration is required. To register go to Redmond.gov/econnect and enter course #47430. For more information, email rypac@redmond.gov or go to www.redmond.gov/teens.