Meet our amazing host, Melisa Valdez!

Melisa Valdez  is a dynamic host, movement coach, and proud Afro-Latina who brings authenticity and energy to every space she enters. Best known as the in-arena host for the Boston Celtics, she’s also led events for major brands including Red Bull, FazeClan, Embrace Boston, and the Celtics Shamrock Foundation. A former professional dancer, Melisa toured globally and performed with renowned artists such as Elvis Costello.



And our inspiring speakers!

Ivanna Solano

is a proud Black Dominican woman, educator, and social entrepreneur dedicated to creating liberatory spaces for Black and Brown girls. Ivanna is the Founder and Executive Director of Love Your Magic, a grassroots organization committed to the healthy development of Black and Brown girls. Born and raised in the Dominican Republic, Ivanna immigrated to the U.S. at age seven and navigated the education system as an English Language Learner — an experience that shaped her lifelong commitment to education, advocacy and social justice. Ivanna holds a B.A in Justice and Law from American University and an Masters in.Education from Boston University.


Monica Veloz

is a first-generation Dominican-American creator born and raised in Brooklyn, NY. A proud Afro-Latina, she brings her vibrant, colorful culture to life through bilingual content that celebrates identity, beauty, and belonging. With over a decade in the creator space and a social reach of 1.4 million followers, Monica has been featured across major publications and platforms, from Elle and People magazine to ¡Hola!, which named her a Top 100 Latina Powerhouse. She has trailblazed her own lane in the creator space, guided by her belief that “it’s never too late to embrace who you are.” Her work inspires Black and Brown women to show up fully and authentically in every facet of their lives.


Samantha Rivera

is a world-building brand strategist, communications leader, and founder of Art Girl Walk Club™, an intergenerational creative wellness movement rooted in walking, mindfulness, and community care. As Director of National Alumni Communications at Year Up United, she shapes how a 35,000+ alumni community experiences connection and opportunity. Through Art Girl Walk Club™, she creates spaces — IRL and online — for girls, women, femmes, and TGNC people of all generations to restore imagination, nurture self-expression, and support creative, mental, and physical healing. Samantha’s work bridges strategy and soul, centering equity, storytelling, and collective care.


Les Alfred

is a next-generation media mogul and cultural storyteller shaping women-centered narratives. She is the creator and host of She’s So Lucky, an NAACP Image Award-nominated podcast, exploring wellness, self-discovery and ambition through the lens of trailblazing women. With millions of downloads and a partnership with the Dear Media network. Les has built a powerful media platform rooted in content, culture, and community.. Deeply committed to investing in women storytellers — including writers, content creators, and filmmakers — Les is laying the foundation for a women-centered media company that amplifies underrepresented voices, empowers, and resonates.



Activities and Programming

Throughout the day, girls will participate in three developmentally appropriate sessions grounded in our theme "Liberation Lives Here" and rooted in Love Your Magic's pillars of self-care, self-love, community and chosen kinship, advocacy, and leadership.


Liberation Starts Within
 invites girls to explore self-love and self-care, learning that they do not have to shrink, change, or apologize to belong. They'll discover how to honor their authentic selves and claim their identities with confidence.

Liberation is Practiced in Community centers on community, chosen kinship, and advocacy. Girls will learn what it means to hold each other accountable, set healthy boundaries, and build relationships rooted in mutual respect, honest communication, and courageous care.

Liberation in Action focuses on leadership, inviting girls to reflect on how honoring themselves translates into showing up for their communities. They'll explore what it means to take up space, lead with boldness, and recognize that their voice and presence matter in creating change.



Register:

Choose Your Day

Please select the day that best matches your girl's current school level.

March 21 Lower & Upper Elementary School
March 22 Junior High & High School


  • For girls in grades 1–2.

  • For girls in grades 3–5.

  • For girls in grades 6–8

  • For girls in grades 9-12


Attendee Information


Transportation

Please note that any transportation changes after submission must be sent to [email protected] in advance.

Caregiver Information

First Aid & Medical Consent

Emergency Contact

Please provide the name and contact information of an emergency contact for your child.


Support Needs

Given the current political climate, we understand that some families may feel uncertain about attending public events. We are committed to ensuring every girl who wants to be here can be here. 

Any information you share with us is completely confidential.




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