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
Workshop Time: 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Early Drop-off: Caregivers may drop off participants beginning at 7:30 a.m.
Late Pick-Up: Caregivers may pick up participants between 4 and 5:30 p.m.
(Those utilizing YWRC transportation will be picked up between 8 and 9 a.m., and dropped off between 4 and 5 p.m.)
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
Event Details:
- FREE event. Sign-up required. Supplies included.
- Breakfast, lunch, snacks, and drinks provided!
- Transportation is available within 7 miles.
- Early drop-off and late pick-up are available.
Questions? Contact us here.
Un taller interactivo de un solo día diseñado para ampliar el conocimiento de los estudiantes, fortalecer su confianza y promover su bienestar integral.
Lunes, 23 de Marzo
@ YWRC para alumnas de 3 ° a 12 °
Horario del Taller: 9:00 A.M.—4:00 P.M.
Entrega Temprana: Los cuidadores podrán dejar a las participantes a partir de las 7:30 a.m.
Salida Tardía: Los cuidadores pueden recoger a las participantes entre las 4:00 P.M. y 5:30 P.M.
(Aquellas participantes que utilicen el transporte de YWRC serán recogidas entre las 8:00 y las 9:00 A.M. y serán dejadas entre las 4:00 y las 5:00 p.m.)
Los temas incluyen:
- Salud Reproductiva: Promoviendo el conocimiento, la seguridad y el empoderamiento
- Aprendizaje Centrado en la Identidad: Comprender como se percibe y se expresa la identidad
- Exploración STEM: Porque la representación es importante y exploración de caminos en ciencia, tecnología, ingeniería y matemáticas
- Salud Mental y Autocuidado: Conciencia emocional y estrategias saludables para afrontar el estrés
Detalles del Evento:
- Evento gratuito. Registro previo requerido. Materiales incluidos.
- ¡Se ofrecerán desayuno, almuerzo, bocadillos y bebidas!
- Hay transporte disponible en un radio de 7 millas.
- Se ofrece servicio de entrega temprana y la salida tarde.
¿Tienes preguntas? Contáctanos aquí.
Empowerment Workshop Registration Form / Registro del Taller de Empoderamiento:
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