YWL Network (YWLN) is at the forefront of the nation’s school reform movement and is one of the most important forces in creating choice for students in urban public school systems.

We partner with school districts, parents, and community leaders to create single-gender public schools and college access programs across the country. We are in the business of raising expectations, improving student performance, and inspiring leadership.

Since 1996, we have been opening all-girls’ public schools that offer college preparatory education to inner city students. Our first school, which made history and headlines, is the highly renowned and successful The Young Women’s Leadership School (TYWLS) of East Harlem in New York City. Admission into our schools is available to all students regardless of previous accademic performance but who desire to strive accademically.

YWLN believes that every student deserves the opportunity to build a strong foundation for his or her future. Our vision is to create first rate schools and programs that enable students to reach their fullest potential.

We are the creators of a network of all-girls public schools, The Young Women's Leadership Schools, and CollegeBound Initiative – a school-based college counseling service. The primary role of YWLN is to build partnerships and support programs that enhance the educational experience of students.

Why Single-Gender Education in Public Schools?
What Makes Our Schools Unique?
Core Values of The Young Women's Leadership Schools
Every Student CollegeBound Initiative
Our National Impact
Our Goals