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Sister Circle
Miss us already? Well, the wait is almost over! Applications for the 2026 Sister Circle Summer Retreat will open on January 1st, 2026*.
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Sister Circle invites Black-identifying girls attending predominantly White independent schools to enjoy 5 days on a restorative retreat with others sharing similar experiences. With views of the serene Choptank River, the retreat property is equipped with an in-ground pool, excellent accommodations, and expansive space for thoughtful activities curated with young women in mind.
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*Returning cohort members should be in touch with our team directly about details for this summer. No need to re-apply!
Retreat awaits!
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INCOMING 2026 COHORT DATES
This retreat session is for first-time participants
July 26th - July 30th
RETURNING COHORT DATES
This retreat session is for reserved for returning SGC members, with a select number of slots available to new participants.
August 2nd - August 6th
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Who:
This retreat is open to incoming 9th - 10th grade Black girls currently attending or heading into predominantly White independent schools
Where:
The retreat takes place at a beautiful lake front property in King George Virginia. Click here to see photos of the property!
What:
A 4 night, 5 day restorative retreat, led by Black female educators, artists, and mental health professionals.
When:
Incoming Cohort: July 26th - July 31st 2026​
Rose Quartz Cohort: August 2nd - August 6th 2026
(this session is for returning participants in the Rose Quartz cohort, with a reserved number of slots available to new applicants)
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Amethyst + Diamond Cohorts: 2026 Event Details TBA.
This year's retreat will be held at a private estate in King George, VA. Located a mere 90 minutes outside of Washington, DC, this Black-owned property sits on 6.4 acres of land! The property is complete with waterfront views, a private dock, pool, and beach.
For the duration of the retreat, girls will be led in discussions and workshops by a core team of 4-5 staff members. The core team is comprised of Black women educators and mental health professionals. Throughout the week, girls will also be joined in conversation and activities by a variety of speakers, artists, and alumni of relevant schools.
During SGC retreats we spend lots of our time in daily workshops. Some workshops from our 2023 retreat included; building lasting relationships, finding strength in identity, purposeful decision-making, social media safety, and goal setting. We also spend time introducing strategies and affirmations for girls to pull from throughout the school year.​
The application process begins with completing this form to express interest. From there, someone from our team will reach out to schedule a family interview and Q&A. The Collective will invite about 12 girls to participate in the retreat. The selection process allows us to ensure that families understand the mission of the programs and know that the selectees are willing and excited participants.