Closing the dream gap for HER
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Closing the dream gap for HER •
THE DREAM GAP - The space between who she is—and who she believes she’s capable of becoming 
Who are we? we are her!
Our Board brings:
Passion for women’s empowerment, youth mental health, publishing, media and gender equity.
Experience in one or more of the following: nonprofit, leadership, legal, finance, communications, education, trauma-informed practices, entrepreneurship, psychotherapy, DEI, fundraising.
A willingness to leverage their time, talent, and network to help amplify our mission.
Deep belief in the power of story and self-expression.
fEMPOWHER Global is a nonprofit organization dedicated to closing the dream gap for girls, female identifying youth, and young women by providing them with the resources, education, mentorship, and platforms to publish their stories and step onto stages.
Through writing and publishing scholarships, mentorship, public speaking, communication and media training, art therapy, safe social media initiatives and content creation programs, we help transform lived experiences into influence, alchemizing pain into power. Our programs, core initiatives and events offer critical support and early intervention for mental health challenges, such as eating disorders, bullying, addiction, and sexual abuse, ensuring that every emerging storyteller, speaker, and future leader has the tools to rise, speak, and overcome.
What we do, & how we do it!
KEY Objectives
Advance education by providing girls and female-identifying youth with training and mentorship in writing, publishing, public speaking, media literacy, and leadership.
Relieve conditions associated with mental health challenges by offering trauma-informed storytelling programs, peer support groups, and confidence-building initiatives that foster self-worth, belonging, and emotional well-being.
Provide scholarships and financial assistance to girls and female-identifying youth to further their education or launch purpose-driven initiatives aligned with creativity, storytelling, or leadership.
Promote personal growth, the arts and cultural expression by supporting the publication and presentation of youth-created literature, visual media, and public narratives that reflect diverse lived experiences.
Develop partnerships with greater communities, media, schools, and organizations to amplify our reach and impact.
Establish confidence, self esteem and high self worth in our future leaders, through early intervention and mentorship.
core programs & initiatives
Write🪶HER
Write🪶HER
WriteHER – Youth Publishing & Collaborative Writing Programs
Purpose:
To advance education and relieve conditions associated with mental health by delivering literacy-based programming that supports the development of writing, publishing, and communication skills among girls and female-identifying youth.
Description:
WriteHER offers structured literary mentorship through two annual tracks:
Collaborative Anthology Program – An 18-week program for groups of 12–25 youth (ages 12–18) focused on co-authoring a professionally published book. Participants engage in biweekly, guided workshops to build skills in writing, storytelling, editing, and publishing.
Solo Book Projects – Up to 5 youth annually receive a full scholarship publishing deal with mentorship and editorial support to publish independent works such as poetry, short fiction, or illustrated children’s books.
Workshops incorporate evidence-based strategies to support literacy, self-expression, and mental wellness. The final deliverable is a professionally published book used as a tool for community education and personal development.
We aim to increase self-esteem, media literacy, and communication skills in participants while reducing isolation, internalized shame, and emotional distress. By becoming published authors, participants not only reclaim their voice but also build a sense of comradery, achievement, and purpose.
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🎤SpeakHER – Public Speaking, Confidence-Building & Media Training
Purpose:
To advance education and support the mental well-being of girls and female-identifying youth by cultivating self-confidence, public speaking abilities, and media literacy, enabling them to express themselves with clarity, courage, and authority.Description:
SpeakHER is a 10-week structured program delivered 2–3 times annually to youth aged 12–20. The curriculum includes training in speech writing, vocal empowerment, stage presence, and trauma-informed communication. The program concludes with a live or recorded showcase, eventually a TEDx, enabling participants to demonstrate learned skills.The program includes trauma-informed communication practices to help participants overcome fear, shame, and anxiety about being seen and heard.
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📢AmplifyHER – Safe Social Media & Digital Storytelling Initiatives
Purpose:
To promote education and digital safety by teaching media literacy, critical engagement, and ethical content creation to girls and female-identifying youth. To create safer, more empowering online experiences by teaching intentional content creation, advocacy through storytelling, and critical media engagement.Description:
AmplifyHER is delivered through quarterly campaigns and 6-week intensives focused on responsible digital storytelling.The Two Tracks:
Digital Storytelling & Media Advocacy Lab
Safe Social Media Campaigns—guide participants in content creation, consent education, and advocacy strategies. Projects culminate in a public education campaign.
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❤️🩹Pain to PowHER – Trauma-Informed Storytelling & Support Groups
Purpose:
To relieve conditions associated with mental health and trauma by providing therapeutic group support through guided narrative practices.Description:
Pain to PowHER facilitates 4x 12-week closed-group cohorts per year, serving youth ages 12–18. Each group is led by a licensed mental health professional (psychotherapist, psychologist) and a trauma-informed co-facilitator with lived experience. Programming incorporates journaling, narrative therapy techniques, and creative expression.Workshops include:
Emotional processing for targeted mental health challenges (eating disorders, abuse recovery, bullying); Early introduction to personal development; Community building and communication skills.
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💰DreamHER Fund – Scholarships & Youth Start-Up Microgrants
Purpose:
To advance education and relieve economic barriers for girls and female-identifying youth pursuing education, entrepreneurship or project-based learning.Program Details:
The DreamHER Fund awards scholarships ($500–$2,000) and start-up microgrants ($250–$1,000) to support education in the creative arts: writing, photography, and entrepreneurship. Recipients are also offered mentorship.Inclusions:
3–5 scholarships annually for specialized education or programs
5–8 microgrants annually for youth-led initiatives in education, art, or social entrepreneurship. All recipients receive mentorship and participate in an annual impact showcase.
events & opportunities
Where Mission Meets Magic - June 1st 2025, 11 am - 3 PM EST
In partnership with the Arcadian Loft and Oliver & Bonacini Hospitality we proudly present:
The DreamHER Inaugural Fundraising Brunch is more than an event—it’s an opportunity to pioneer a movement. A gathering of changemakers, mentors, and visionaries, united to amplify the next generation of HER voice, HER story, HER power.
Join us in a setting that feels like a dream, and be forever changed.
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Join the mission
Follow the call . . . We are always looking for donors, sponsors, volunteers, experts and facilitators. We value so much more than your money. Inquire about ways you can support the cause. Your kindness and generosity are a currency.
Contact
Feel free to contact us with any questions.
Email
hello@fempowher.global
Phone
(416) 358-5438