Honor Dr. Hicks and GALA's first decade by making a gift—your support of any amount will help secure the next decade.

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As she retires this year on the 10th anniversary of GALA’s founding, Dr. Liz Hicks leaves behind a remarkable legacy of educational equity and leadership. A lifelong educator in LAUSD, Dr. Hicks envisioned and fought for an all-girls public school focused on STEM excellence—bringing the Girls Academic Leadership Academy to life in 2016 after years of advocacy and relentless dedication. Under her leadership, GALA has grown into a thriving community empowering young women from across Los Angeles to excel in academics, leadership, and college pathways, with exceptional graduation and college-going rates. Her vision has not only transformed countless lives but also reshaped what is possible for girls in public education.

Join us in honoring Dr. Hicks and the first decade of GALA with a gift. Your support of any amount—whatever is meaningful to you—helps fuel the next chapter of opportunity for GALA scholars.

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