Empowerment Workshop
A one-day interactive workshop designed to expand students’ knowledge, build confidence, and promote overall well-being.
Monday, March 23, 2026
at the YWRC
for 3rd – 12th graders
The Empowerment Workshop is a fun and inclusive space where youth can connect and share experiences with their peers from surrounding neighborhoods. We invite students to build community, foster relationships, learn about their passions, explore career opportunities, and gain positive social media and online safety skills.
Topics Include:
- Reproductive Health: Promoting knowledge, safety, and empowerment
- Identity Centered Learning: Understanding how identity is perceived and expressed
- STEM Exploration: Why representation matters and exploring STEM pathways
- Mental Health & Self-Care: Emotional awareness and healthy coping strategies
Transportation is offered on a first-served basis and within a limit of a 7-mile radius. The Empowerment Workshop will be held at the Young Women’s Resource Center
The event is held at the YWRC, free of charge, and includes breakfast, lunch, snacks, and drinks. All supplies are provided.
Questions about registration or the workshops? Email the Empowerment Team here.
Empowerment Workshop Registration Form / Registro del Taller de Empoderamiento:
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