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Empowering the Next Generation: Highlights from the 4th Annual Advocates for Girls Empowerment Conference

admin — Thu, 20 Mar 2025 08:43:28 +0000

On March 17th, the Boys & Girls Clubs of South Alabama proudly hosted the 4th Annual Advocates for Girls Empowerment Conference—an inspiring and impactful event that brought together 70 girls for a full day of career exploration, personal development, and powerful conversations around confidence, resilience, and self-worth.

This annual conference has become a cornerstone of our commitment to nurturing the leadership potential of young women in our community. Led by Tiffany Pogue, Director of Workforce Development and Teen Services, the 2025 conference was a true reflection of her passion for youth empowerment and her dedication to providing meaningful experiences for the next generation of female leaders. Under her guidance, the event offered a series of hands-on workshops, interactive discussions, and opportunities for one-on-one mentorship.

From self-care and mental wellness sessions to career panels featuring local women leaders across industries, the day was thoughtfully designed to help young girls imagine bold futures for themselves. Participants engaged in open dialogue around the challenges they face, the strengths they possess, and the dreams they hold close. Each activity aimed to equip them with tools not only to navigate adolescence but to thrive as confident, capable women.

We are deeply grateful for the support of our generous partners who made this day possible. Special thanks go to the Advocates for Girls Women’s Giving Circle, Society of Clotilda’s Giving Circle, Fuse Project, Mobile Area Education Foundation, Chickasaw City School System, Mobile District Attorney’s Office, Lifelines Counseling, and many more for investing in the future of our girls. Your commitment to uplifting youth is paving the way for stronger, more vibrant communities.

Looking ahead, we invite you to be a part of this important work. Whether by joining the Advocates for Girls Women’s Giving Circle or sponsoring next year’s conference, your involvement can help us continue providing these life-changing experiences. To learn more about how you can support, please contact Mariah Moore at mmoore@bgcsouthal.org.

And our work doesn’t stop here. Up next, the 2nd Annual Passport 2 Manhood Conference for boys will take place this June. Those interested in supporting this initiative can reach out to Cory Penn at cpenn@bgcsouthal.org.

Together, we are building a future where every young person—regardless of gender—has the tools, support, and encouragement they need to succeed.

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All in the family: Boys & Girls Clubs of South Alabama attracts legacy families

Stephanie Jacobs — Fri, 14 Oct 2022 15:53:55 +0000

Memories from one’s childhood are often recalled by viewing photos, hearing words or phrases, or being asked about specific experiences. Cecelia Hawkins, a Club alumna and parent to Club kid Julian recalled sweet memories from her childhood with Kiwanis Boys & Girls Clubs while sharing her experience as a parent of a Club kid.

Interestingly, her experiences as a Club alumna to a parent of a Club kid are parallel. “My siblings and I loved going to the Club after school,” Hawkins says. “We participated in sports and various activities, and I learned how to swim and play Volleyball at the Club.”

She shares memories of her brother playing football at the Club and her sister being a homecoming court member and parading around the neighborhood throwing candy. “We never had to worry about being hungry if you were at the Club,” Hawkins says. “The cook always provided meals and snacks.”

Enrolling her son Julian was a full-circle moment knowing he would be under the care of dedicated staffers and Coach Carlis Timmons, who teaches those same life lessons she taught her as a youth. She was equally impressed with programs encouraging academic success, good citizenship, and various forms of artistic expression.

Hawkins further explains her son took an interest in the Club music program, where they recorded a song and created beats and adlibs. The program has inspired Julian to become a musician, according to Hawkins.

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Back To School Tips

Stephanie Jacobs — Mon, 16 Aug 2021 16:52:28 +0000

We have put together some back to school tips for parents and students to have a great start to the new school year. Everything from backpack safety to mental health tips, the Boys & Girls Clubs of South Alabama collected some great pointers for you along with our partners.

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Comcast & State of Alabama partner to provide Internet for students.

admin — Fri, 16 Oct 2020 02:22:14 +0000

ATTENTION PARENTS: Comcast and the State of Alabama have partnered to provide internet access to K-12 students!

Using $100 million in Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security (CARES) Act funding, the program will provide free or discounted internet access for eligible K-12 students who are enrolled in the National School Lunch Program.

If a student is enrolled in the National School Lunch Program through their school, they are already enrolled in the ABC for Students program.

For more information, visit www.abcstudents.org or call 1-800-212-4998.

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