JIW 22nd Celebration - Empowerment Resources, Inc.

22nd Annual Journey Into Womanhood Celebration

Our Annual Awards Celebration recognizes girls ages 9–17 for completing the 25-week program that focuses on the girl’s healthy transition from girl to young woman. The event will honor all program participants. A keynote speaker is invited to share words of wisdom with our young ladies and guests.

Sunday, May 3, 2026

1 p.m.- 3 p.m.

Maggiano’s Little Italy

10367 Mid Town Pkwy

Jacksonville, FL 32246

She Believed She Could So She Did

Last year’s JIW Annual Celebration

Since 2003, the JIW program has impacted the lives of more than 300 young ladies. Female volunteer mentors help participants cultivate their self-awareness and develop leadership skills to positively impact their community. The ladies engage in journal writing, community service projects and enrichment trips. To date 93 percent of JIW alumnae have entered college directly after graduating high school.

Be sure to arrive on time to check out our chance drawing.

Lunch
Emcee, Michellita Taylor
Keynote Speaker, Brenda Jackson
Talent Showcase

Emcee, Michellita Taylor

Licensed Corporate Speech-Language Pathologist and Ms. Black Florida USA 2025

Keynote Speaker, Brenda Jackson

New York Times and USA Today Bestselling author

Become a sponsor

Sponsorship donations can be made online via our website (Select custom amount and enter the amount)

Sponsorships can also be mailed via US mail to: Empowerment Resources Inc., 3832-010 Baymeadows Rd. #348, Jacksonville FL 32217.

Please contact us for customized sponsorship opportunities or any questions at (904) 770-5488 or email Elexia@EmpowermentResourcesInc.org

Proceeds from this event support the community service initiatives of Empowerment Resources, Inc. Donations to Empowerment Resources, Inc., a 501(c) (3) organization are tax deductible. Empowerment Resources, Inc. meets all requirements specified by the Florida Solicitation of Contribution Act. A copy of the official registration and financial information may be obtained from the Division of Consumer Services by calling toll fee within the state (1-800-435-7352). Registration does not imply endorsement, approval of recommendation by the state.