Empowerment for Girls

  Mission of Empowerment for Girls:

         *Our program exists to empower girls by promoting self-esteem and the development of leadership skills in an environment safe for girls to embrace their uniqueness and celebrate diversity.*

Vision Statement:

*To create a culture of learning and respect in the Cass Clay area where girls become creative thinkers, confident women, and committed leaders in their communities.*

The Empowerment of Girls program
serves as a catalyst for girls to:

* Increase independence and confidence in themselves

*Learn to accept others and be respectful of differences

* Become active and influential participants and leaders in their communities

* Better their decision making skills and plan for their futures

Roles of Mentors:

       * Mentors visit their site once a week for about two hours. They interact with fourth through sixth grade girls by doing activities so that they are aware of issues they face.

     *Mentors are expected to be good role models, show emotional support, act as a security net for "safe risk taking", spark career exploration, and be accountable and stable.

Why Youth Need Mentors:

* To work through peer pressure.

* To get educated about substance abuse.

* To become educated on sexuality.

* Help cope with child and family abuse.

* To help with school safety and violence.

* To cope with depression and suicide.

Learn about issues and ways to cope:

Visit the Cass Clay County YWCA website at:

Visit the mentor's blogs at:

* If you are interested in joining the YWCA Empowerment for Girls mentor group, contact the YWCA office in the Cass Clay County.