10th Annual Curls and Convo Recap

JIW Girls with Miss Black USA, Eternity Hickman  ERI is the proud nonprofit partner for Curls and Convo. Mygani’s signature Curls and Convo event was created to instill the value of self-confidence in women + girls of color regardless of their hair texture or skin complexion. The event includes a panel discussion, hairstyling demos, swag […]

JIW Girls Get Empowered on Fitness and Healthy Eating from JIW Mentors

The JIW program has been busy empowering the girls of JIW with knowledge around healthy food & nutrition as well as fitness. The girls welcomed Yoga instructor Michelle M. who taught the girls individual as well as paired yoga poses and the importance of breath work and stretching. Following that, three JIW mentors who are […]

Empowerment Resources Inc. Commemorates 20 years at the 2024 Journey Into Womanhood Celebration with the Land of ERI

On Thursday, May 9, 2024, Empowerment Resources, Inc. gathered to celebrate a significant milestone: the 20th annual Journey Into Womanhood Celebration. This event, marking two decades of profound impact, brought together community volunteers, sponsors, family, and friends to honor and reflect on the positive changes and growth fostered through the Journey Into Womanhood (JIW) program.  […]

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 […]

Curls and convo 2024

ERI is the nonprofit partner for Curls and Convo. Mygani’s signature Curls and Convo event was created to instill the value of self-confidence in women + girls of color regardless of their hair texture or skin complexion. The event includes a  panel discussion, hairstyling demos, swag bags filled with hair products and a historical convo […]

Healthy Communication With Your Child is Key

How many times have we heard communication is key? In this busy world that we live in I often hear from parents and teens that communication is difficult because of time or because of communication barriers. I often encourage the parents and caregivers that I work with to take time out to communicate with respect […]

New Year and Goal Settting

Setting New Year’s Goals as a Family: Strengthening Bonds and Building Futures The New Year has arrived, and as we welcome the new year wemay find ourselves setting goals we hope to accomplishthroughout this year. Most of us are used to setting these goals onan individual basis. But, if you haven’t thought about setting NewYear’s […]

The Power of Praising Your Child

The Power of Praising Your Child As a parent, you most likely want to raise your child to be happy, confident, and successful. One of themost effective ways to nurture these qualities is through genuine and heartfelt praise. Acknowledgingyour child’s greatness and commending their actions can have a positive and lasting impact on their self-esteem […]

10 Ways to Help Your Kids Start the School Year Off Right

father and son arm in arm walking

The beginning of a new school year is crucial time for kids as they transition from a relaxed summer to the structured environment of the classroom. As a parent, you can play a significant role in ensuring your children have a positive and a successful start to the schoold your. By implementing a few simple […]

10 Effective Tips to Decrease Your Kids’ Screen Time This Summer

10 Effective Tips to Decrease Your Kids’ Screen Time This Summer Written By: Madison B. Now that summer 2023 is in full swing, there are so many things to do; from binge watching our favorite shows, to playing our favorite video games for hours on end, and staying up to date with everything on Instagram, […]