Women's Empowerment educates and empowers women who are homeless with the skills and confidence necessary to get a job, create a healthy lifestyle, and regain a home for themselves and their children.
My Story: a journey from homelessness to self-reliance
"I was a runner," admits Linda. When any obstacles arose in her life, Linda would flee. Her upbringing was traumatic, and she struggled with both drug use and hoarding "because objects wouldn't reject me." After so many challenges, Linda became homeless.
Linda was referred to Women's Empowerment by homeless advocates. She was told the program helped women begin anew. Counselors helped Linda face her fears and mend her broken spirit. She learned practical skills from volunteer teachers, and thanks to health counseling, quit smoking.
At Women's Empowerment Linda discovered the strength to quit running and start fighting. “I learned that I mattered to myself, to my family, to my friends and to my community. Now I have a full toolbox, and a group of encouraging women around me.”
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Happy Mother's Day!
From all of the mothers, sisters, and daughters at Women's Empowerment Happy Mother's Day!
People Helping People Awards Luncheon
Several Women’s Empowerment volunteers and community partners were honored at last week’s People Helping People Awards Luncheon. We were thrilled to nominate Intel, the Assistance League of Sacramento, Kristin Thebaud Communications, and long-time volunteer Ronnie Corrick for the incredible work they do for our organization. A big congratulation to Kristin Thebaud, who won the Exceptional Community Support Award – Small Business Category for her pro-bono marketing and public relations work with non-profits like Women’s Empowerment!
Assembly Rejects Proposed Cuts to CalWorks! A Victory for California Families!
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Happy Mother's Day!
From all of the mothers, sisters, and daughters at Women's Empowerment Happy Mother's Day!
Annual Report 2011: From Homeless to Homeowner
An amazing transformation is taking place in our community. As the number of homeless women and children continues to rise, determined women are changing their lives. Click here to read the story of three women on a journey from homelessness to empowerment in our 2011 Annual Report.
Annual Report 2011: From Homeless to Homeowner
An amazing transformation is taking place in our community. As the number of homeless women and children continues to rise, determined women are changing their lives. Click here to read the story of three women on a journey from homelessness to empowerment in our 2011 Annual Report.
