Journey Into Womanhood Alum Attend Virtual Reunion
In a celebration of 20 years of Empowerment Resources, Inc., alumni of the Journey Into Womanhood girls’ program recently reunited virtually to exchange updates on their journeys as career women, mothers, and friends. The reunion took place Tuesday, March 26th via Zoom. With laughter, stories, and an abundance of shared wisdom, the alumni reflected on […]
UNF Students Volunteer with Empowerment Resources, Inc.
When you want to learn more about something, one of the best ways to go about it is by getting involved and getting firsthand experience. So, when I expressed my interest in non-profit work, my Honors in Marketing professor suggested that I get in touch with Mrs. Elexia Coleman-Moss who is the founder of Empowerment […]
Empowerment Resources, Inc. Announces Board of Directors and Advisory Council
Empowerment Resources, Inc. continues to serve the community for its 20th year Empowerment Resources Inc. (ERI), a private 501c3 nonprofit organization devoted to serving youth and families in Jacksonville, Florida announces its Board of Directors and Advisory Council. ERI will continue to offer its signature Life Skills Workshops, Parenting Education Seminars, and Journey into Womanhood […]
Life After JIW- Alumna Success Stories in Their Own Words
Journey Into Womanhood Alumna Shaping the World One Story at a Time. This is Arden Ward’s success story. What is one of your favorite JIW memories? The college tours because it was always a great time. The college tours provided me a chance to not only become interested in going to college and setting goals […]
Life After JIW- Alumna Success Stories in Their Own Words
Journey Into Womanhood Alumna Shaping the World One Story at a Time. This is Charla Hamilton’s success story. Name, year graduated JIW, degree/education/credentials: Charla Hamilton, 2010, Bachelor’s of Science in Nursing, BSN, RN Current Profession: Labor and Delivery Travel Nurse What is something you learned in the JIW program that you might still apply today? […]
JIW Women, Careers and Entrepreneurship Trip
JIW Girl, Tamia shares insights about the JIW Women, Careers and Entrepreneurship Trip held on Saturday, March 7, 2020. I was excited to hear about this trip. First we went to Jones and Rose and I’d have to say I really enjoyed being there. The women on the panel were very honest and friendly and […]
What do you know about the Duval County Courthouse?
On March 22, some of the girls from the JIW had the opportunity to tour the Duval County Courthouse and learn about the Duval County Teen Court program. Here is a blog from JIW 7th grader Jada S. about what she learned during the tour. What do you know about the Duval County Courthouse? Most […]
Special Holiday Message
As 2018 comes to an end, we reflect upon the spirit of the holiday season. Empowerment Resources, Inc. (ERI) is thankful for all of the hard work and dedication of our board of directors, advisory council, youth advisory council, volunteers and donors. Together, we are helping families cultivate strength to become productive members of the […]
The Importance of Civic Engagement today
On November 3, 2018 the Jacksonville Section-National Council of Negro Women, Inc. empowered the youth of the JIW program as well as their parents on voter education and civic engagement. Below is a blog from a JIW participant, Celena W. who shares her opinion around civic engagement. Civic Engagement is the individual or group activity […]
JIW, Deyona B. Shares What She Learned During The College Tour
On March 19th-20th, fifteen Journey Into Womanhood participants travelled to Orlando, FL on a college tour of the University of Central Florida and Rollins College. While on the tour the young ladies had the opportunity to explore prospective majors, visit historic buildings, and learn more about student life. Special thanks to our sponsors for making this […]