MAWOCC's Intergenerational Leadership Academy

The Intergenerational Leadership Academy (I.L.A.) is for women of color as well as girls of color in grades 9-12. Intergenerational Leadership Academy seeks to provide a safe and empowering space for women of color and girls of color to develop their leadership skills and build the confidence needed to combat systemic and structural racism. We are intentional in creating a Safe, Healthy Environment for Leadership Empowerment, Authentic Development, and Success. The academy will provide holistic leadership skills for women of color and girls of color who are more likely to experience marginalization, discrimination, and gendered and racial stress.

Calling all girls of color! We’ve got a fantastic free opportunity for you — our 2nd cohort for our Intergenerational Leadership Academy for girls of color (ILA-GOC) program. We will have two one-week programs in Worcester/Worcester County during the February and April school breaks (with a 2nd location COMING soon)! Get ready to unlock your leadership potential!

MAWOCC’s 2nd Cohort Intergenerational Leadership Academy (ILA) – Girls of Color (GOC) Program will take place in February and April, 2025.

The MAWOCC Intergenerational Leadership Academy is a comprehensive leadership program designed to empower and equip high school girls of color (GOC) in grades 9-12 with the necessary skills, knowledge, and confidence to become the next generation of women of color leaders. The program aims to create a safe and supportive environment for girls of color to develop their leadership skills, build resilience, overcome institutional and systemic barriers, and address racial trauma.

The Leadership Academy focuses on five key areas: personal development and leadership skills, S.T.E.A.M careers and college aspirations, health and wellness, providing a safe and empowering space, and addressing racial trauma and healing. Through a year-long program that includes mentorship from Women of Color (WOC) mentors, the Academy aims to foster personal growth, inspire career exploration, promote physical and mental well-being, and empower girls of color to challenge systemic inequalities.

The Academy will empower girls of color, bridging the generational gap, and fostering a legacy of empowered Women of Color leaders who create positive change in their communities.