LATEENA POWER! - EMPOWERMENT GROUP

The program is based on Dr. Ana Nogales' ground-breaking book, Latina Power!, that Latinas inherit seven cultural strengths and can use them to succeed in life.  

Challenges for Latinas

• 41% of Latinas do not graduate on time with a standard diploma.
• 53% of Latinas become mothers before the age of 20, which is nearly twice the national average.
• 1 in 3 Latinas have experienced domestic violence.
• Latinas attempt suicide at twice the rate of non-Hispanic teens.
• ​15% of Latinas between 14 and 19 attempt suicide.

Issues covered in the LaTEENa Power! Program:

• Self-awareness
• Personal goals & dreams
• Valuing education
• Successful role models
• Friendships & peer pressure
• Confronting dating abuse
• Teen pregnancy
• Depression & suicide
• Overcoming fears
• Parental expectations vs.personal expectations
• Earning, budgeting & saving money
• Finding a mentor
• Honoring & respecting yourself