NCAAWA is thrilled to offer valuable programming that improves the lives of girls and young women and helps them build a promising future that leads to a legacy of impact. Reach out to learn more, join, or offer your support.
North County African American Women’s Association (NCAAWA) initiated a pilot mentoring program at the King Middle School, in Oceanside, with partial support of an incentive grant from the Staples Foundation. The vision for the mentoring program emerged as the foundation for "Becoming A Global Citizen".
Students today face barriers that create stresses in their everyday lives. Based upon the growing concerns of educators to address these stresses, NCAAWA leadership recognized that support structures and collaborative partnerships were essential elements for this program’s development. Students participate in a 10 week after school session each semester. Sessions include specific activities to develop leadership, public speaking, decision making, etiquette, and self sufficiency skills to enhance their personal growth and development.
At each culminating event, parents, King administrative staff and teachers praise the Becoming A Global Citizen Program. Many note the positive changes in the girls, stating such things as, “more mature”, “ have more enthusiasm for school”, “changes in attitudes”, and “interest in doing new things.”
NCAAWA leadership has faced increasing requests for expansion. We are exploring expansion on two levels: one, to include another facility/site for 8th grade girls and two, to continue leadership development with students who have moved on to high school. We are committed to continue to Empower, Inspire, and Engage the minds of young ladies in our community.
NCAAWA's Luminay Sisters Empowering the Journey program offers mentorship, leadership development, and life skills training for women aged 18 and above. It aims to accelerate personal and professional growth through advice, guidance, and support.
**Purpose:** To enhance the personal and professional development of young women by providing advice, guidance, and a platform for their thoughts, whether related to their career or personal life.
**Mission:** To create a nurturing and empowering environment for women to develop their skills. The program fosters new relationships that boost self-confidence, self-sufficiency, sustainability, educational opportunities, and connections to the community. Participants will receive one-on-one or group mentoring to help them define and achieve their unique visions of success. The goal is to build a supportive and inclusive community that promotes growth, resilience, and excellence in all areas of life.
**NCAAWA Mission: ** To build a network of leaders and dedicated to empower uplift, and inspire women and girls in San Diego North County. We foster global cultural appreciation and socio-economic mobility through education, health awareness, and life skills.
These program components cover a wide range of essential skills and support systems that can significantly benefit participants. Here’s a brief overview:
1. **Life Skills Training**: Equips participants with the necessary skills to become self-sufficient, set and achieve goals, and lead healthy, productive lives.
2. **Mentoring**: Provides participants with positive role models who offer support and guidance, helping them make healthy decisions and achieve their goals through various forms of interaction.
3. **Leadership Development**: Focuses on building effective relationships, communication, and leadership skills, offering opportunities to practice and assess different leadership styles.
4. **Financial Literacy**: Teaches participants the basics of financial management, empowering them to succeed in their daily lives and build a foundation for future success.
5. **Family/Personal/Work-Life Balance**: Helps participants create and maintain a balanced lifestyle, addressing the impact of daily stresses on health and incorporating practices like meditation, yoga, exercise, and journaling.
These components together aim to foster personal growth, resilience, and overall well-being.
NCAAWA empowers women and girls to embrace and pursue a higher education. For those who may have thought that an education was out of reach, our financial awards help make their dreams reality. Meanwhile, the support and encouragement provided by NCAAWA members empowers these rising stars to make their own important contributions to our community.
NCAAWA inspires women and girls to make healthy choices, provide support for wellness and lifestyle programs, increasing self-esteem to move with confidence. We are inspired to action by a number of local organizations. These collaborations motivate us to work with even more vigilance as we strengthen the hopes and dreams of local women and girls.
Are you ready to take part in Becoming a Global Citizen? Now in its third year, this program teaches middle and high school girls the principles necessary to become productive citizens.
