TWST4Girls Is Changing Lives
Established May 24, 2014, TWST4Girls mission is to help girls (ages 11-17) discover and achieve their goals. We do so through 1:1 mentorship, life skills development, career exposure and cultural experiences at no cost to the families that we serve!
For many children, there is untapped potential for success due to the lack of positive guidance, exposure and resources. One core objective of TWST4Girls is to ensure that no child grows into adulthood without the keys to success.
TWST’s purpose is to ensure that as youth apply the knowledge and skills acquired in our programs, they will make positive impacts on their family, our communities and ultimately the world in which we live!
TWST offers 5 distinct programs to our participants and the community
Core Program (Ages 11-17)
1:1 mentorship
Each girl is matched with a female professional who provides her the support, structure, and dedicated attention she needs.
Life skills development
To help the girls gain the concrete skills they need to succeed in life, we provide practical training to help them develop communication skills, etiquette, intelligence, wellness, financial literacy, and more.
In addition to helping the girls with the technical aspects of life, we focus on skills that will motivate and enable them to succeed at a more personal level, including building their character, perseverance, leadership skills, focus, and growth mindset.
Intellectual and cultural experiences
To show the girls the wide range of possibilities in the world and within themselves, we provide experiences to expand their horizons, including museum visits, camping, performing/visual arts experiences, community service, conservation education, STEM programs, and more.
Enrichment Program (Ages 8-17)
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Juvenile Corrections Enrichment Program
*Available to elementary, intermediate, high schools, juvenile correctional facilities and community centers as an after school program.
Community Services*
Available to elementary, intermediate, high schools and community centers as an after school program.
Weekly Class*
Sessions are held once weekly for 10 weeks
Trained Female Facilitator*
TWST interviews, background checks, and trains female professionals to deliver TWST4Girls Enrichment Program Curriculum
Life Skills Development*
Goal Setting, Self Discovery, Confidence Building, Social Graces, Effective Communication, Dining Etiquette, and Financial Literacy
TWST4Girls Scholarship Program
TWST Scholars Program prepares college-bound youth for an independent life away from home.
Life Skills Development Includes: self-defense, financial literacy education, culinary training, sexual education and feminine health.
College Readiness Preparation Includes: ACT/SAT tutoring, letter of recommendations, resume and interview prep assistance, college application assistance, major investigation, scholarship research and application assistance, college life panel discussion, community service project development, and career mentorship.
Graduates of this Scholarship program receive a grant from TWST4Girls or one of our generous Sponsors!
TWST4Girls youth on their annual HBCU College and History Tour in 2019
Location: Lifting the Veil of Ignorance statue at Tuskegee University
Mentor Continued Education Program
TWST4Girls provides our initial mentor orientation to all TWST Mentors in order to prepare them for their impactful service as a mentor. As an added bonus, and an effort to strengthen the capabilities of our mentors, TWST offers the Mentor Continued Education program to all of our active mentors! So regardless if you’re a beginning mentor or a seasoned one, TWST fine tunes your mentorship skills and knowledge through our Mentor Continued Education Program.
Adult Enrichment Program
TWST4Girls understands the importance of the caregivers’ role in the success of the child. Therefore, in partnership with local businesses and organizations, TWST4Girls now offers our Adult Enrichment Programs covering financial literacy, estate planning, home, car buying workshops and more at no charge to our participants.
