About Us
Finding Inspiration in Every Turn
EMPOWERGIRLSNOW IS COMPRIZED OF BOARD MEMBERS AND STAFF WHO ARE EDUCATED, PASSIONATE AND COMMITED TO HELP YOUNG WOMEN IN RURAL REGIONS ACHIEVE HIGHER EDUCATION AND HELP END HARMFUL TRADITIONAL PRACTICES SUCH AS FEMALE GENITAL MUTILATION AND CHILD MARRIAGE.
Our Story
We at EmpowerGirlsNOW envision a world where all women live in dignity and equality. We advocate for women's full potential and contribute to removing obstacles to their full growth. We are women and men who ourselves were raised by strong moms and big sisters
Our Values
We will act with integrity and professionalism, promoting respectful relationships in all our activities
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We believe that women's rights are an inalienable, indivisible and integral part of universal human rights. We listen to the voices of women particularly young women and respect their diverse experiences.
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We believe that change happens through collective action. We respect and create allegiances with global Women’s Movements that have worked hard for gains for women. We work in solidarity and through multiple partnerships to eradicate discriminatory practices and patriarchal systems and push for transformation towards equality.
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We believe in non-discrimination, and diversity in all areas of EmpowerGirlsNOW's Projects. We believe in unleashing a full range of women’s creativity and promoting women's assertiveness and confidence particularly with young women who are affected by Harmful Traditional Practices such as FGM, and Child Marriage
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We educate feminist principles and promote feminist leadership. We believe in investing in young women’s leadership, and creating mentorship programs.
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We believe in creating and sustaining spaces where women can thrive and achieve their full potential, and where their voices can be amplified.
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As fundraisers and grant makers we believe in prudent, ethical and responsible stewardship of all funds and resources in our care.
Meet The Team
OUR SPONSERS AND PARTNERS
My Smile Dental
119 Clifford Street # 106
Newark, NJ 07105
https://www.mysmiledental.org/
My Smile Dental at Union City, Newark and Saddle Brook, New Jersey, is a dental practice with all family dental services and we take great pride in proving the best care in the followings: Dental Hygiene, Implants, Cosmetic, Snap-On Smile, Veneers, Lumineers, Whitening, Bonding and White Fillings, Inlays and Onlays. Root Canal and re-treatment, Bridges, Crowns, Dentures, Pediatric, Periodontics, Cosmetic Periodontal Surgery, Periodontal (Gum) Disease, Wisdom Teeth, Extractions, Invisalign, Clear Braces, Traditional Braces, Night Guards and more
BUBBAKOO’S BURRITOS
SADDLE BROOK, NJ
110 Market Street Suite 100
07663
Since 2008, Bubbakoo’s Burritos has been bringing great food and positive vibes to the Saddle Brook neighborhood. Our Mexican inspired food and customer services will make you want to come back for more when you visit Bubbakoo’s in Saddle Brook. Our premier menu offers fresh and delicious burritos, tacos, quesadillas, taco salad, and our famous Chiwawa. Don’t forget to check out our Signature menu!
Sam's Prep LLC
520 White Plains Rd Suit 500
Tarrytown, NY 10591
At Sam's Prep, we aim to personalize every session to meet the needs of our students and focus on areas in which the student has the potential to improve. Each session is flexible and designed to work with the student to not only complete their daily tasks but guide them from novice to professional. We do that in the most effective way possible—mastering the subject area and building lifelong, professional confidence.
Our experienced tutors are multifaceted educators who’ve taken it upon themselves to help the world understand the effectiveness of personalized academia. Contact us today to learn more about the difference we can make.