ReMerge of Oklahoma County’s Post

As National Mentoring Month comes to an end, I have experienced a month embracing the power of Power of Sisterhood. Mentorship is a powerful tool I have leveraged throughout my life for personal and professional growth. I have the most amazing women who are both formal and informal mentors in my life. By sharing our knowledge, experiences, and guidance, we uplift each other, break the chains of competition that I observe in some settings, and hold each other accountable. I believe when women embrace collaboration, we create an unstoppable force. Together, we can overcome any obstacle, shatter stereotypes, and achieve greatness. It is not just a cliché that empowered women empower women. Let's authentically strive to be each other's cheerleaders, advocates, and partners in success. By lifting each other up, we break down societal barriers, pave the way for future generations, and create a more inclusive world. Women supporting women across all backgrounds and cultures brings richness to our relationships, opening doors to new perspectives, ideas, and innovation. Let’s not forget those who are watching us. Girls need us to be what we want to see in them. When we support and empower each other, we become role models for future generations. We inspire young girls to dream big, develop and maintain authentic relationships, embrace their uniqueness, and reach their full potential. #womensupportingwomen #empoweredwomen #sisterhood #inclusionmatters #girlsempowerment #mentorshipmatters #womenofcolor #professionalrelationships #togetherwethrive

There are numerous oppurtunities for girls and women post college across various fields and industries. women can pursue careers in business ,finance ,marketing ,healthcare technology ,engineering,education,law and more. Enterprenurship,leadership roles,Stem fields,Academic and research careers,creative industries,Public service and Goverment ,Global oppurtunities.Continuing Education and Professional Devlopment.Non profit social impact. It's important to create supportive environment that empower women to thrive their chosen path.

The reality is that there will be seasons of your life when you can't do your best and you're not at your best and you are still worthy.    I've been reflecting on this idea a lot in the context of motherhood and I think it relates to many seasons of our lives when we are unable to show up as our best selves. It could be a season of care taking, a season of illness or disability, a season of mental health challenges, recovery from burnout, etc.    These days, high achieving professional mothers are expected (and we expect ourselves) to do it all; be the perfect, gentle parent, succeed in a high powered career, be a caring and encouraging partner, prioritize our health by exercising regularly and eating well. We expect ourselves to get 100% in all of these areas and often feel like failures if we don't live up to that unrealistic standard.    Many of us were high achieving students who got straight As and never really built a tolerance for getting less than a perfect grade.    Now, we treat life in the same way. Everything's a class that can be planned for, prioritized appropriately, and aced.    But that's not the way life is.    Life is messy. Life is full. Life is unexpected. Life is wonderful. Life is challenging. Life cannot be neatly prioritized and organized so that we get everything done along with extra credit.    A big part of our self-worth journey is learning to fully accept and affirm ourselves even when we aren't acing life.    Giving ourselves grace and compassion when we miss deadlines, make mistakes, and can't keep it all together. Reminding ourselves that we're still worthy in the midst of it all.    This Women's History Month, I encourage us as women to avoid thinking we have to be the perfect model of a history making woman who can do it all.    Instead, I encourage us to reflect, and draw inspiration from the women in our lives who are wonderfully imperfect.    The every day women who are showing up for themselves, their children, their families, their jobs, and their communities and who are allowing others to show up for them.    The women who are as worthy during their most challenging experiences as they are in their mountain top experiences.    This Women's History Month, let's honor and celebrate ourselves as unconditionally worthy and affirm that all women are worthy. #womenshistorymonth #unconditionallyworthy #worthy #imperfect

Since Sanam Islam published this article on Fix The Broken Rung, two-thirds of our graduates have received promotions and an average raise of $12,000. We achieved this in a year where the promotion gap trended the wrong way for racialized women: only 73 racialized women were promoted to manager for every 100 men, down from 82 last year. While the Broken Rung is more broken than ever, it's also very fixable. We've proven that. So let's fix it. DM me to learn how. I'm currently booking speaking engagements for Women's History Month. *************** Fix The Broken Rung addresses the largest barrier to the career advancement of women of color: the first promotion from individual contributor to manager. Our goal is to help one million women of color get promoted.

Happy Girl Era Every time I attend a JFC (Journey for Change - Scholars for Girls) event, I feel empowered. It feels somewhat like a parenting manual, which is great since most of the time we're just winging it out here with no previous experience. And even more so because I'm a parent to a girl child. It gives me sense of what the blueprint should look like in order to raise happy, healthy and thriving girls, something that I already feel very strongly about. I'm out here in this superficial world breaking generational curses, challenging the norms of a very backward culture and annoying the hell out of people along the way. Loving it, by the way! This project and my values are definitely in alignment and I'm certain I've attracted it into my life. It goes into so much detail in the various areas that need focus in a young girls life (academic enrichment, advocacy, mentorship, career guidance, mental health, nutritional health as well as gender equality, sexual health & reproduction rights). They go out and are exposed to so many things such as leadership academies at an African and global level where they are mentored by other young leaders, they attend events such pageants and international trips, they are exposed to public speaking, working professionals, book clubs, excursions, the movies, food gardens, they are passionate about human rights issues, all moulding them into well-rounded human beings. It broadens my mind and thinking about ways to improve the quality of young people's lives, as well as my little person's life. I want her to be confident, secure in who she is, able to speak her mind and use her voice, deal with people using compassion and empathy, and never be walked upon or taken advantaged off. When I see the confidence of these young people, coming out of disadvantaged backgrounds, it leaves me in awe. I hope to be able to pass this knowledge on to the young people that I am surrounded by, so that they can venture out into all sorts of activities. Exposure and experience are the key. Don't forget the fun part of life too.

On average most us spend upwards of $100k for our college education. We invest so much in our degrees that help us make a living... But we have not been taught to value investing in the education that helps us make a life. This is why right now, despite all the degrees, achievements and more, according to studies, women are unhappier than they have ever been. What good is a life filled with accolades and letters if deep down you aren't happy? That's what soul-less success looks like. I help my clients break free from that and get back in touch with the true power of their womanhood, so they can live and work with meaning. August 10th, I'm taking a select group of women on a journey of womanhood mastery - that will empower you to have real love, create new wealth pathways and become the woman God created you to be. This investment while a fraction of your college investment, will yield even more powerful returns that will change your life to be over 10x better. All you have to do is click here to schedule a call to learn more. https://lnkd.in/eyMXX8WF

Three years ago, Bhaduri SaravanaKumar I embarked on the Shevolve journey with a simple yet powerful vision: to uplift women through personalized mentoring. While our numbers may not be in huge, but the impact we've had on hundreds of women is undeniable. Whether it's helping them advance in their careers, transition to new roles, or simply boosting their confidence to stay in the game, every success story fuels our passion. Waking up to messages like the one we received from our first cohort member this Sunday morning reaffirms why we started this journey. It's not just about individual career progress; it's about consciously empowering each other. Opening doors for one another is crucial. Let's keep this chain of empowerment growing via mentoring. Together, we can continue to uplift women who, in turn, will extend their hands to uplift others. #Shevolve #WomenEmpowerment #Mentorship

Empowering young girls from early childhood is crucial because it sets the foundation for their future success. Girls who feel confident, capable, and supported are more likely to excel academically, pursue their interests and passions, and succeed in their chosen career fields. By investing in girls' early development, we can break down societal barriers and create a more equitable world. When girls are empowered, they are better able to advocate for themselves, challenge gender stereotypes, and contribute positively to their communities. As an ECD organization, we have the power to transform the lives of young girls and help them realize their full potential. #actforearlyyears

Last week, the Women MAKE America Team hosted its first WMA & STEP Awards Alumnae Regional dinner with some of our Michigan winners from 2014-2023. We enjoyed a family-style meal and candid conversation. A few key takeaways include: 🌟 Find your tribe - keep a short list of your go-to gals who will listen and empathize with you, and share real-life experiences and advice. #ItTakesAVillage 🌟 Know your allies - in a male-dominated industry, it is critical you know which of your male counterparts will support you, advocate for you, and include you in projects, decisions, and opportunities. #HeManWomanSupporters 🌟 Be confident and know your value - You may often be in the minority now, but your perspective is unique and valuable. Your voice will help pave the way for future women. They've got to see it to be and they are looking at YOU! #PayItForward

10 DAYS LEFT to APPLY to the 11 Social Impact & Advocacy mentors in the Unlock Her Potential®’s mentorship program for women of color* Know someone who would like the guidance of a leading ⚖️ Justice champion 🗳️ Democracy builder 📈 Social entrepreneur 🌌 Systems change advocate ♟️ Impact & sustainability strategist 📕…several of whom have also authored books ⏩ Please share this transformational opportunity with your networks and encourage women in your life to apply. Founded by Sophia Chang, the mentorship program is here to support women of color in creating prosperous and fulfilling lives, and to rise in power, influence and authority. We encourage women of color to apply at any stage in their life and career! In fact we encourage mid-career applicants! Great moments for mentorship include navigating: • Career transitions and pivots, • A return to work after a hiatus, • New leadership responsibilities, • Launching / growing organizations, and • Developing passion projects • Pursuing and leveraging new degrees and certifications The mentorship program is FREE and consists of 1:1 consultation with your mentor for 1 hour per month for 1 year. 📜 APPLY  https://lnkd.in/eAxM7-Ud Applications are due August 31, 2023 at 11:59pm eastern *Women of color includes cis, trans, non-binary, femmes, gender non-conforming, gender-expansive, & gender-fluid people. Mentees must reside in the United States or Puerto Rico. #mentorship #leadership #diversity #inclusion #training #learninganddevelopment #socialentrepreneurship