Girls Empowered to Model Success (G.E.M.S.)
G.E.M.S. (Girls Empowered to Model Success) is a social, emotional, and developmental leadership program for girls ages 13-18. The primary goal of GEMS is to help girls become confident, empowered, and self-motivated leaders by providing opportunities that will allow them to assess their inner strengths and evaluate their decision making skills and goal setting behaviors. Through peer support groups, personal goal setting, peer and adult mentoring, cultural based activities, and a variety of community based activities, GEMS girls practice important skills including effective listening, communicating skills, critical thinking skills, goal setting, and sound decision making. GEMS girls learn appropriate social and critical thinking skills to assist them in avoiding negative tracks such as teenage pregnancy, dropping out of school, and creating ongoing family conflict.
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Recruitment
We are currently accepting applications for new GEMS participants for the 2008 - 2009 program year. In order to apply for the program you must have: 1) 2.0 gpa, 2) complete application form, 3) able to commit 8-10 hours monthly, 4) transportation, 5) brief interview. We will be accepting a limited number of new GEMS for the 2008-2009 program year. If you are interested in applying, please complete the application form and mail or fax it to our office.
Classification of GEMS
First year GEMS are classified as Pearls. Second year GEMS are classifed as Rubies. Third year + GEMS are classified as Diamonds. Each year of the program, the GEMS' experience is different and offers different services and programs in order to meet their needs. Participants will have a clear understanding of the classification system and services offered during each year.
GEMS Annual Conference
GEMS participants are responsible for planning and volunteering with the Annual GEMS Conference. The conference gives the participants the opportunity to showcase their leadership skills, oratorical skills and serve as leaders before their peers. The conference is held in April of each year.
Interested in Volunteering? If so, contact our Volunteer Coordinator, Jashaun Brailey at our office 704-548-5298 or by email j_brailey@hotmail.com. Also, you may complete the volunteer application and mail to our office location. Thanks for your interest!