WHAT IS ELIMINATE GIRL HATE?

Creating safe & equitable spaces for all girls and those of us who used to be girls.

ELIMINATE GIRL HATE is here to help you navigate the tough conversations around gender and equity in your organization and beyond by offering a variety of services to build your business, teams, and profits by leaning into equitable practices for all employees.

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our Why

For too long the word “girl” has been used against us. It has been used to demean, “hate,” and limit our futures. It is time to take back the word and associate it with power, strength, and courage.

 It is time to love being a girl. 

#ELIMINATEGIRLHATE isn’t JUST about young girls.

When we say “girl,” we mean all females at any age.

We want to celebrate and empower females while educating the masses on how to be better advocates for equality and equity on a global scale.

It’s time to change the narrative.

It is time to #ELIMINATEGIRLHATE 

OUR Vision

Our vision is to create a vibrant and inclusive community that fosters understanding, empathy, and positive change for women of all backgrounds at work, home, and play.

We envision a world where gender is no longer a barrier to opportunity, success, and safety. We want to build a world where female voices are celebrated, where stories, experiences, and perspectives on self, health, community, career, pop culture, and more are at the forefront of meaningful conversations for change.

OUR MISSION

Our mission is to break down biases and barriers by sharing stories with, for, and about females that create more equitable and empathetic spaces for all girls and women.

It is a movement to own our stories and use them to heal the broken narratives around gender in our culture and create safe, inclusive spaces to learn, work, and play for everyone.

Evan Burgher - Founder & General Manager at Thatch Creative

“Dawne is a woman whose voice resonates beyond the confines of convention. With a compassionate heart and a razor-sharp intellect, she fearlessly navigates the depths of sensitive topics, bringing them to the forefront of discussion with a rare blend of poignancy and timeliness. As an inspirational speaker, she doesn’t just deliver speeches; she ignites conversations that stir the soul and provoke meaningful reflection. With each word she utters, she sparks a flame of empathy and understanding, guiding her audience through the complexities of our world with grace and unwavering care. She’s not just an orator; she’s a beacon of hope, a catalyst for change, and a testament to the power of compassion in discourse.”

— Evan Burgher - Founder & General Manager at Thatch Creative

Meet Our ceo

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Dawne Hanks

  • Global Brand Strategist

  • Organizational Culture & Leadership Consultant

  • Keynote Speaker

  • HOST OF WAIT. HOLD UP… WHAT? PODCAST

With over 20 years of experience leading marketing and brand strategies across the globe, Dawne Hanks is a dynamic force in shaping organizational culture, inspiring high-performing teams, and fostering environments where people and ideas thrive. Her career has spanned Fortune 500 companies, high-growth startups, and purpose-driven nonprofits—driving measurable success at brands like Nike, Oakley, TEDx Youth, the University of San Francisco, Milestone Systems, and Zones LLC.

Dawne’s expertise lies in building and scaling marketing operations, designing people-first workplace cultures, and developing innovative strategies that align with business objectives. From growing partner ecosystems and leading global teams to spearheading transformational change and employee development initiatives, she consistently blends strategy with storytelling to elevate both brand and internal culture.

As the founder of D-TALX and a trusted consultant to organizations navigating structural change, Dawne has led company-wide reorganizations, built departments from the ground up, and designed leadership development programs to cultivate emerging talent. Her efforts have resulted in record-breaking growth metrics, increased employee retention, and organizational resilience through times of change.

A sought-after global speaker, Dawne delivers keynotes and workshops on topics including professional growth, operational strategy, brand identity, and organizational development. Her signature approach combines curiosity, candor, and cultural intelligence—offering audiences both strategic insights and actionable tools for impact.

Whether behind the scenes building marketing roadmaps or in front of an audience challenging the status quo, Dawne is committed to shaping workplaces that prioritize growth, inclusivity, and innovation at every level.

No matter what I did, or how far I came, I was still “just” a girl in the eyes of many, Not worthy of safety, security, grace, opportunities, and so much more. I couldn’t sit on the sidelines any longer.

- Dawne Hanks, CEO & Founder of Eliminate Girl Hate

Meet the Team