Gizelle’s journey reflects the power of confidence, mentorship, and community. Through the Empowerment Academy, she discovered her voice, stepped into leadership, and now gives back as a peer mentor.

Cathleen, a 2026 Graduate and Summer Institute Empowerment Academy alum, stepped into her confidence this year- building leadership skills, discovering her voice, and learning how to show up with purpose. Her journey reflects the power of mentorship, community, and believing in your own potential.