FOR YOUNG WOMEN AGES 25 AND UNDER *ONLY.* This online discussion group is part of the Endometriosis Research Center's extended Girl Talk Education Support Program. It is designed to encourage collaboration and sharing of support, information, ideas and experiences among ERC Girl Talk participants.

The ERC's Girl Talk Program was specifically designed to identify and address the unique needs of young women who have, or think they may have, Endometriosis. Intended for patients ages 25 and younger, Girl Talk offers education, advocacy and support to those affected by the illness in a private, safe, moderated setting.

Girl Talk also aims to increase awareness throughout society pertaining to Endometriosis; specifically, to encourage early diagnosis and intervention, and to shed public light on how young women are significantly - and often negatively - affected by Endometriosis. It is a Program in which young women can advocate for themselves - and others - and become active in the Endometriosis awareness and education arenas.

The ERC is an established 501(c)3 non profit organization, which was founded in 1997 to address the ever-growing International needs for Endometriosis education, research, awareness and support. The ERC encourages involvement in all Programs by laypersons and healthcare professionals alike. As with all ERC Programs, participation in Girl Talk is free and confidential, and members may join from anywhere in the world.

For detailed information on the Girl Talk Program, please contact Program Director Jamee Miller at mrsmiller2b@yahoo.com. For more information on the Endometriosis Research Center, please visit http://www.endocenter.org. Family members of girls with Endo and those over age 25 are also encouraged to join our general Endo listserv at http://health.groups.yahoo.com/group/ERC.