Empowering Girls, Building Futures.

Our Mission

Our History

Young Women’s Empowerment Foundation (YWE), founded in 2004 and incorporated in 2005, has supported thousands of vulnerable youth through our Empowered 2 Excel (E2E) mentoring program, workshops, and conferences. We provide social-emotional enrichment, financial assistance for college and careers, and guidance to help our graduates thrive in education and beyond.

Many of our (E2E) program graduates are currently attending college, vocational training or now soaring successfully in their careers.

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YWE is dedicated to doing whatever it takes to remove obstacles and support young women in their journey toward success. By collaborating with local schools, community organizations, and faith-based groups, we create a robust support network that enables youth to realize their highest potential. We also extend our efforts to educate parents on effective parenting and leadership skills, ensuring a strong foundation at home.

Our Programs

We cover a wide range of topics designed to foster growth, resilience, and a positive self-image:

  • Positive Self Image & Looking “YOUR” Best: Empowering girls to feel confident and proud of who they are.

  • Mental & Emotional Health: Providing tools and resources to maintain mental and emotional well-being.

  • Physical Fitness: Encouraging a healthy lifestyle through regular physical activity.

  • Intellectual Fitness for the New Millennium: Preparing girls for the challenges and opportunities of the 21st century.

  • A Positive Place in Society: Helping young women find and embrace their role in the community.

  • Healthy Relationships/Healthy Communication: Teaching the importance of building and maintaining healthy relationships.

  • Staying Out of Harm’s Way: Educating on safety and risk prevention.

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"Imagine what can happen in the life of a young woman, when she is empowered to excel".

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Brianna Rucker

“I first got involved with the YWE Foundation in high school, and I love the support, community and camaraderie, next to women and young girls just like me who had goals, and we would have lunches together. It was an extremely safe and supportive environment.”