Youth Development Initiatives

Pearls partners with STEM leaders  whose mission is to “grow innovators”. Sessions include robotics, engaging the girls using critical thinking to build robots, coding programs. These workshops build a deep sense of confidence that girls are intelligent enough to do anything they put their minds to!

Highly trained CEO's introduce girls to the world of entrepreneurship and leading by example! Workshops are designed to encourage girls to create business models from all  disciplines including Art, STEM, Culinary Arts, Architecture, etc.

Women represent 51% of the population, yet the US Congress is 20% female, contributing to the United States' place behind 98 countries in women's representation in government. Studies show that female leaders often have more compassion and empathy, and a more open and inclusive negotiation style, qualities which are critical for political success. 

 Public speaking is becoming a lost art with the age of technology.  Each workshop has an element of learning the art of speaking boldly and with confidence.  Teaching them to FIND THEIR VOICE will take them a long way!

In a world where there is so much pressure from outside sources, such as social media, peer pressure, family, etc., mental health issues are on the rise amongst teens.

 Pearls uses art and the creative process, facilitated by local art professionals, to help foster self-expression, create coping skills, and strengthen a sense of self. Using the artistic process to help people explore different challenges and things they’re facing in their life.

PEARLS mission is to shape the confidence of young girls to become future leaders through monthly leadership workshops, team-building & character development! Petite Pearls (1st to 4th grades), Rising Pearls (5th-8th),  Pearl Proteges (9th-12th). Sessions take place at the Ridgetop Coffee & Tea, unless otherwise noted.

Each session, girls have guided conversations & devotions, reflecting on their challenges, their success, as well as what has helped them overcome adversity in various areas of their lives. Round-table is designed to encourage dialogue in a safe, confident environment.

Pearls peer advisory group led by teens.  With PEARLS staff oversight, the girls will plan, coordinate & execute various activities throughout the year, including a PEARLS newsletter that promotes the goals of the group.

Calling ALL women who are mothers, wives, friends, co-workers, care-givers, etc.  Women pour out so much into others, make daily sacrifices for the good of our community.  Pearls Wellness series provides a place where women can relax, refreshed & refill.  Monthly speakers engage women on all levels.  Workshops include themes such as health & wellness, career readiness, financial literacy, etc.

Each girl in the program is paired with mature women in the community that has a heart to encourage & inspire!  On-site mentoring takes place monthly.

Community outreach to local shelters, nursing homes, children's centers etc.  PEARLS Global initiative is a future endeavor that will further prepare girls to lead with a servants heart.

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