Forrest General’s Spirit of Women Announces Application Process

HATTIESBURG, Miss. – (February 29, 2020) Forrest General’s Spirit of Women will take applications for the 2020-2021 Spirit Girls program from March 20-April 20. Applications are available online for interested girls entering grades 7 -12. Application deadline is Monday, April 20. 

Girls interested in a Spirit Girl position must submit an online application, which includes a photo, letter of recommendation and interview time. No paper copies will be available or accepted. Interviews will be held Friday, April 24, and Saturday, April 25. To apply, visit forrestgeneral.com/spiritgirls.

The Spirit Girl teen board was developed in an effort to reach young women through events targeted at promoting self-esteem and encouraging healthy lifestyles.  Spirit Girls participate in Spirit of Women events, educational programs, community and charitable events throughout the year.  Interviews are open to girls who are residents of Covington, Forrest, George, Greene, Hancock, Jasper, Jefferson Davis, Jones, Lamar, Lawrence, Marion, Pearl River, Perry, Pike, Simpson, Smith, Stone, Wayne or Walthall County. Meetings are held once a month on Sunday afternoons from 2:00 until 3:00 p.m.  

Spirit of Women® is a national network of American hospitals and healthcare providers that ascribe to the highest standards of excellence in women’s health, education, and community outreach. With more than 8,500 members, Forrest General is the exclusive Spirit of Women hospital for South Mississippi, having attained Premier status in recognition of strong efforts in moving women to take action for their health! 

For more information about Spirit Girls or to apply, please go to forrestgeneral.com/spiritgirls.