breaking barriers. building sisterhood.
The EmbraceHer Summit brings together young girls of color, providing a space to instill their confidence and establish a firm belief in their personal strength.
Uncover the power of establishing healthy boundaries, cultivating supportive sisterhoods, and nurturing a positive mindset. This summit is designed to inspire and uplift girls, helping them embrace their strength and individuality in a welcoming, growth-focused environment.
Keynote Speaker: Daphne Jones, author of “Win When They Say You Won't”
Workshops: Unlock your self-worth, boost your confidence, and elevate your communication skills, decision-making abilities and etiquette.
Free: Admission to the summit is no cost and a catered lunch is included.
Who: Teen girls, aged 12–17, in Kent County.
When: Thursday, June 24 2025
from 10 a.m.–3 p.m.
Where: The 1530
1530 Madison Ave SE, Grand Rapids MI
BREAKING BARRIERS
BUILDING SISTERHOOD
Registration closes June 1, 2025
YOUR HOSTS
Lakeshia Gilbert
Founder and CEO of HOAP
Lakeshia S. Gilbert is the Founder and CEO of HOAP (Helping Our Adolescents Prosper) and LSG Innovations, LLC. Her educational background is diverse. Lakeshia holds degrees in Criminal Justice, Business Management/Human Services, and has a double Masters in Psychology and Organizational Leadership.
Latasha Robertson-Crump
Founder & CEO of Girls Growing II Women
Latasha is the Founder & CEO of Girls Growing II Women, a nonprofit centered on youth development. She has a Bachelor of Social Work and Biblical Studies with a minor in communications from Kuyper College and a Master of Social Work from Grand Valley State University. Latasha worked as a school social worker for ten years before leaving to lead her nonprofit full-time.
KEYNOTE SPEAKER
Daphne Jones
Author of “Win When They Say You Won’t”
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FAQs
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Thanks to generous donors and partners, the event is free to attend.
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Yourself! Any other materials required will be available to participants at the conference. We encourage you to dress in comfortable clothes and layers in case the room temperature is cool.
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Transportation is not provided. The venue is located on the No #1 Rapid Bus line and a short walk from the Silver Line Cottage Grove Station on Division Ave.
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Thank you for encouraging your students to attend. Parents/guardians must complete the registration for their child and sign the waivers.
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We are sorry you can no longer attend. It is important to let us know if you can no longer attend. Please email lcomeau@hwmuw.org to let us know of your change of plans.
Get ready for an empowering journey packed with insightful sessions, engaging activities, and unforgettable entertainment!
All teenage girls, aged 12–17 are welcome!