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LEADERSHIP ACADEMY

Welcome to the Save Girls on F.Y.E.R. Leadership Academy - where the spotlight is on the incredible young women ages 11-19 who are determined and destined to shine! Our mission is simple yet powerful — to motivate, inspire and empower girls of color like to become Future Young Education Role models — the girls on F.Y.E.R.

 

The SGOF Leadership Academy is designed to provide a holistic and empowering experience, equipping girls of color with the tools they need to thrive personally, academically, and socially. 

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Be a part of a special sisterhood with mentors that understand, friends on stand by and a safe space where voices aren't just heard - they're celebrated! In this awesome journey, guided by SGOF, there will be breaking down barriers, liberating minds,  finding inner freedom, and increasing skills that create fierce advocates and leaders.

WE FOCUS ON FIVE KEY SKILL AREAS

PROGRAM MODULES

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Module 1: Self Empowerment & Critical Reflection

Module One is all about spiritual and personal growth. Discover how to deepen sense of identity and purpose in life. Boost self-esteem, enhance life and social skills, and strengthen literacy skills. 

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Module 2: Youth Advocacy Training

Module Two where the focus is on unlocking strengths and embracing growth. Boost self-confidence, find sense of belonging, and master differentiating between self-advocacy, peer advocacy, and systems-level advocacy. Effectively speak out on social, political, and cultural issues affecting you and those who share the same journey.

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Module 3: Character Development

Module Three, the grand finale! Explore core character traits and learn to identify them in oneself and others. Engage in role-playing and real-life modeling to refine, grow, and repeat characteristics that embody the best version of oneself.

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NOW INTRODUCING FOCUS TRACKS

SGOF is excited to introduce two incredible new tracks that will

add depth and diversity to your leadership journey.

THEATER ARTS TRACK

What Our Girls Learn:

  • The Elements of Theater

  • Stage Performance

  • Roles of Production

  • Customer & Set Design

What Our Girls Experience:

  • Shared Live Experience Through Storytelling

  • Write and Direct a Play

  • Broadway and Off Broadway Field Trips

  • Host Community Wide Production

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RESEARCH TRACK

What Our Girls Experience:

  • Shared Live Experience Through Storytelling

  • Write and Direct a Play

  • Broadway and Off Broadway Field Trips

  • Host Community Wide Production

What Our Girls Learn:

  • The Elements of Theater

  • Stage Performance

  • Roles of Production

  • Customer & Set Design

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What our girls gain from 

Leadership

Academy

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Leadership Skills

Comprehensive training and development in leadership skills, empowering girls to become confident and effective leaders.

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JOIN LEADERSHIP ACADEMY

Apply today to start your journey towards being educated, liberated and celebrated! Your future as a young, educated role model starts here.

WHAT THE GIRLS ARE SAYING

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Cristyon

“Going through Leadership Academy helped me let down my guard and gave me the space to open up to the other girls and be able to bond with them, which led me to be more open minded and intentional when I speak and approach others.”

Cristyon

Alumna, 2019

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