Girls Empowerment Movement Inc (GEM) is a 501c3 nonprofit organization whose ultimate vision is the restoration and revitalization of the traditional Black family, the economic advancement of the Black community, and the reconstruction of a positive (self) image of Black girls and women within and amongst themselves, their male counterparts and outwardly as a group.
GEM is a consortium that develops, promotes and facilitates gender-specific and affirming programming, strategic partnerships, initiatives and experiences that are designed, curated and delivered with the unique culture, traditions and values of Black Americans and the diaspora at the core for ultimate scale and impact.
GEMs foundational programs are as follows:
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The Mind-Body, Soul Rejuvenation & Makeover Initiative(TM) is a series of holistic health, wellness and lifestyle speakers, lectures, programs, events, etc from a Black perspective designed to reintroduce the traditions, customs and practices rooted in Black tradition and culture.
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The Better Branding. Better Business Series(TM) is designed to help Black girls and women to establish their unique personal & professional brand identity and message that translates in person and in the digital world.
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The Plug(TM) will provide a platform, community and professional network designed to help our GEMS discover proven pathways into industries and career paths of the future, connect with leading diversity champions, gatekeepers and advocates of industry.