It is all about connections and timing! When we think back to our initial planning stages of the Girls Empowerment group we wanted to launch, we remember that it was all about connections….. the right place, the right time….paths crossed just as they were supposed to….. God orchestrated and timed it.... it was all right on time! The shell of our organization for our work in Kenya was already in place with women’s skill building classes, girl’s empowerment sessions, and our Sh

We are so thankful for our partnerships in the field in Kenya and Mexico as well as within the United States of America! Partnerships bring strength to one another as no one organization or person can do it all! Just like the composition of our Board of Directors, each of our partners in the field brings different strengths, experiences and serious expertise to the table and when we share all of that, it creates a win-win situation. The ultimate winners of it all…. the girls

Join us in celebrating International Day of the Girl Child October 11th! There are so many ways you can make a difference in the lives of girls around the world with us. Currently, we work in Kenya and Mexico with plans underway for a 3rd location in the world! Very exciting! You can celebrate with us from where you are! Wondering how? Check it out! 1. Provide education to a young girl in Kenya in our Shining Scholar’s Sponsorship Program Did you know that only 46% of girls a

The Unknown Trucker is a real person that we have not yet met! We do know his real name though! As we grew our relationship with The Refugio (The Refuge) in Mexico to support the women’s programming, the items that we often support such as pads, soaps, towels, etc. piled up into boxes. The airlines only allow up to 50 pounds per bag and going to Mexico, the airlines allow only one checked bag per person. So, with that noted, getting everything to The Refugio can be challengin

We are excited to announce our Women Who Shine Award for 2018! This award was established to help meet our mission of providing education and economic opportunities for women around the world. This award specifically supports professional development opportunities for a woman in either a women's empowerment workshop or a class/training in their field of work that she needs to propel her forward to reach her career goals. Our 2018 recipient of the Women Who Shine Award is Mic