Muse Program

Muses 2023

About Our Muse Program

The Muse volunteer program is for undergraduate students at our partner colleges who identify as a woman or a nonbinary person. The Muses are trained by Hardy Girls staff to guide and facilitate Coalition Groups.

The college students who volunteer as Muses come from a wide range of academic disciplines and all share a commitment to gender equity. Their commitment to the program includes guiding a group for six weeks and reserving availability for additional check-ins or trainings each semester. 

Muse trainings take place on campus or online, and the Coalition Groups meet in area schools.

Participating as a Muse is a rewarding experience for the student volunteers. As a result of their participation in our program, some students discover and/or change their career paths. Becoming a Muse helps to build community relationships and will present a valuable perspective on local issues impacting one’s community!

Apply to become a Muse during the 2025-2026 academic year!

Muse Application for the upcoming year: https://forms.gle/WGbicQZP4NbWius38

For more information, please reach out to Kathy, our Program Director, at kathy@hardygirls.org or 207-536-9191.

“I learned a lot about how to work with younger people and how to communicate my opinions and beliefs without forcing them on people. The girls taught me how to always speak up for yourself, even if you are the minority opinion. They also gave me a lot of hope for the future, as they are incredibly aware of social issues and ready to combat them even as 5th graders!”
Former Hardy Girls Muse
Colby College