Reach

Reach is an after school empowerment program for elementary and middle school-aged girls designed to help them discover, develop, and use their voices to overcome challenges and celebrate their achievements.

Please contact the YWCA if you are interested in bringing Reach to your school: info@ywca-lowercapefear.org

Program Goals

Girls will gain the ability to think critically about complex themes, make responsible decisions, and learn valuable life skills
Girls will learn to vocalize their opinions in a healthy and thoughtful manner
Girls will foster their individuality, and become more confident in the importance of their own voice
The program will provide opportunities for the girls to gain general awareness and experience culture and diversity
The program will empower girls to strengthen relationships with themselves and their peers

Program Highlights

For elementary and middle school girls, ages 9-14
Healthy, after-school snack provided
Group discussions, based on the evidence-based Girls Circle curriculum
Individual growth and personal goal setting
Community Show Days, giving students a showcase for the achievements

Volunteer Opportunities

Do you have a passion for working with at-risk youth? We are currently looking for interns and volunteers to:

Facilitate group discussions and workshops
Track the progress of behavioral modifications administered to each participant
Teach dance, music, art, or poetry
Organize events in the community and engage with community partners
Create meaningful and lasting relationships with participants to foster a safe environment for self-expression and internal exploration

Contact Information

For more information, contact:

E: info@ywca-lowercapefear.org

P: 910-292-9259