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After millionaire Harris Rosen gave everyone in a Florida neighborhood free college scholarships and free day-care, the crime rate was cut in half and high school graduation rate increased from 25% to 100%. Our personal volunteer experiences note similar results. We don't offer temporary solutions. We invest in individuals by equipping them with knowledge, skills, and mentorship for brighter futures.
We’re not giving people handouts; rather, Empowered Community, Inc. is giving people the knowledge, skills and mentoring to improve their lives and communities.
MISSION
SPARKING POTENTIAL & IGNITING LIVES!
We fill social gaps caused by rising living costs, disruption of traditional job markets due AI technology, and the erosion of real-world social connections. By providing practical education, realistic career planning, mentoring, financial strategies (cost avoidance, savings, investing), socialization, culture, arts, and health & fitness, we're having people improve their future. This is in addition to advocating for job creation, proper wages, and paths to home ownership so the next generation may thrive.
WHAT WE AIM TO SOLVE
COVID-19 was an eye opener. It showed how an entire nation and economy can be upended instantly. Masses were instantly unprepared to handle a forever changed future. Furthermore, the pervasiveness of technology, while offering endless connections, has also created a world of isolation and distraction. The middle class is diminishing, social freedoms are regressing, and the nation is becoming more polarized. Also, the economic landscape has shifted, with job opportunities becoming increasingly scarce and competitive. The rising cost of living, particularly in housing and education, casts a shadow over the future of young adults, hindering their ability to achieve financial stability and independence. They've also witnessed the 9-11 terrorist attack on our nation, mass school shootings, increased violence worldwide, impacts from climate change, normalization of fake news and misinformation, and a global pandemic furthering a decline in societies and economies.
SOME OF OUR PROGRAMS
Targets: Adults (Students/Young/Middle Age), Working Class, Self-employed, Under-served
Personalized Curriculum & Free Courses for Real-World Prep
Interviewing & Resume Writing
Networking & Sharing Your Story
AI Prompt Engineering
Critical Thinking vs. Misinformation
Mentoring with Millionaires
Essential Life Lessons
Financial Literacy & Planning
Lower Your Taxes Legally (aka. keep your money)
Cut Your Costs
Small Business Mentorship
Mentoring with Millionaires
Driving Change with Car Donations
Get Fit & Healthy (hiking, biking, exercise, cooking, eating, exercise)
Culture (art, theater, foods, music, sports, tours)
OUR SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT GOALS
SOME OF OUR PROGRAMS & EVENTS
Resume Writing & Interviewing Skills, Career Guidance (salary negotiations, work-life balance), Some Board of Directors, Broadway Show, Social Hiking, Personalized Free Education, Mentor with Millionaires, Social Walking Tours (Governors and Roosevelt Island)
VIDEOS FROM OUR PRIOR VOLUNTEERING
GOALS & STRATEGY
WHAT ARE WE AIMING TO ACCOMPLISH?
Today's young adults are the first generation that is worse off than their parents. They don't know, and have never experienced, how good the baby boomer generation had it. They think today's chaos is normal and just the way life is. With this realization, Empowered Community Inc was formed to empower students, adults, families and small businesses throughout their communities. Our life-changing free programs are not merely imparting knowledge, but fostering resilience, adaptability, a sense of purpose and restoring optimism. We recognize the importance of face-to-face interactions and foster a sense of community and belonging. We have unstructured activities to unleash creativity, problem-solving abilities, and self-improvement. It's a supportive environment where people can explore their passions, discover their talents, and develop the skills necessary to thrive in an ever-changing world. Our dedicated volunteers provide education, economic empowerment, culture & arts, and health & fitness programs. We're committed to fill social gaps caused by rising living costs, disruption of traditional job markets due to artificial intelligence technologies, and the erosion of real-world social connections.
WHAT ARE OUR KEY STRATEGIES TO MAKE THIS HAPPEN?
Some of the strategies we use to achieve our goals and tackle community problems are:
EXPANDING REACH AND IMPACT
Partnerships: Collaborate with schools, businesses, community centers, and other organizations to reach a wider audience and leverage existing resources.
Outreach Programs: Target outreach initiatives to engage with young adults and low-income / working class communities.
Volunteer Recruitment and Training: Strengthen volunteer engagement through training programs, recognition initiatives, and creating a supportive environment.
Utilize Online and Hybrid Programs: Use online programs as well as a hybrid format to increase accessibility and cater to diverse schedules.
PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT AND ENHANCEMENT
Needs Assessment: Continue conducting regular needs assessments to ensure programs are addressing the most pressing issues within the community.
Skill-building Workshops: Hold workshops focused on relevant skills like financial literacy and planning, digital literacy, career development, and critical thinking.
Mentorship Programs: Connect participants with mentors who can provide guidance and support on personal and professional growth.
Health and Well-being Resources: Integrate in-person activities to increase exercise, socialization, and community while using regular online video conferencing to provide in-home wellness activities.
Social and Cultural Events: Organize fun and engaging events that foster a sense of community, belonging, and cultural exchange.
SUSTAINABILITY AND IMPACT MEASUREMENT
Clear Program Objectives and Measurable Outcomes: Track progress, measure impact, and refine our programs based on data.
Secure Funding Sources: Diversify funding sources through grants, fundraising events, corporate sponsorships, and individual donations.
Advocacy: Advocate for policies that address the systemic issues were tackling, such as affordable housing, accessible education, and ethical AI development.
OTHER CONSIDERATIONS
Staying Informed: Regularly update our understanding of the evolving challenges faced by communities and adapt strategies accordingly.
Promote Success Stories: Share the positive outcomes of our programs with the community to inspire others and attract further support.
Celebrate Diversity and Inclusion: Ensure our programs and resources are accessible and welcoming to individuals from all backgrounds.
GET INVOLVED! as a participant, volunteer, or donor today. Together we change lives and make communities thrive.
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