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Calling all young ladies between the ages of 11-18

Calling all young ladies between the ages of 11-18! You are invited to attend Cupcakes & Conversations: We Say STOP!, a virtual workshop dedicated to spreading awareness about domestic/intimate partner and teen dating violence. Attendees will hear from subject matter experts and engage in conversations surrounding self-worth and identifying healthy and unhealthy relationships. Additionally, there will be fun and engaging activities, interactive discussions and free giveaways. Register for FREE today at https://buff.ly/3lDu2uw!
This event is sponsored by Community Foundation of North Central Florida and Petra Pindar and hosted in partnership with Partnership Against Domestic Violence, Unity Tabernacle COGIC, and Gainesville Zetas.

Ready to launch into your dream career! ⠀ Join D

Ready to launch into your dream career! ⠀
Join Dream on Purpose, LYFEhouse and Gainesville Black Professionals as we host our third annual Career Launch Intensive (CLI), a two-part, career preparedness workshop and shopping spree for young ladies between the ages of 15-18. This year's CLI is sponsored by Robinson Financial Group and Ross Dress for Less. To be considered, complete an application at http://bit.ly/careerlaunchintensive by 11:59pm on November 7th. Spots are limited, so apply today; and together, let's make your dream career a reality! #CareerLaunchIntensive

It's that time again! Do not miss the opportunity

It's that time again! Do not miss the opportunity to get cash for college!⠀
Cash for College, led by the Greater Gainesville Chamber's Alachua County Education Compact (ACEC), offers free help with completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The next free help session is taking place today virtually from 6-8:00pm. To register or for more information, go to https://buff.ly/3jIvT0A

Stop by #Dr3am_Purpose for your weekly #Motivation

Stop by #Dr3am_Purpose for your weekly #MotivationalMonday message and as always, remember to Dream on Purpose!

REPOST: Congratulations to the 2021 recipients of

REPOST: Congratulations to the 2021 recipients of LYFEHouse’s Youth Leadership Awards! The 12th and final award for this year goes to Carlo Gio Dumpit for ADAPTABILITY.⠀
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Carlo, your teacher Mr. Plaut sang your praises as he nominated you for not one but multiple awards. So adaptability is only one of your great and amazing traits. It just shows the strength of your character. Here is what Mr. Plaut wrote about your adaptability:⠀
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"Of all the characteristics listed, this is the one that has probably been most important for Carlo. He came here from another country and he has had to master a new language and to learn to understand and adapt to many aspects of life in this country. He never hesitates to ask questions if he wants to better understand the way things are done here. He accepts feedback and suggestions very well. His reliability, devotion to this studies, his work and his family have been very impressive. He has consistently displayed excellent character."⠀
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Congratulations Carlo. You have a bright future ahead.

REPOST: Congratulations to the 2021 recipients of

REPOST: Congratulations to the 2021 recipients of LYFEHouse’s Youth Leadership Awards! Learn more about Cashmere Lewis and why she was awarded SERVICE!⠀
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One of the true marks of a Leader is one who is moved to serve others. Leadership is not about position but of influence, so we want to recognize Cashmere Lewis with the 2021 Youth Leadership Award for Service.⠀
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Here is what her nominator had to say: "To date, [Cashmere] has accumulated 1579 documented volunteer hours. She is in 11th grade. Volunteering at her church began when Cashmere was young, long before she started tallying her hours; helping her parents with the food ministry they run, and watching the youngest members during church events. Since middle school, Cashmere has volunteered with the Alachua County Sheriff’s Office Teen Court program, showing up each Tuesday, acting as a lawyer and/or juror, until Covid changed volunteering. In this role she participated in an alternative criminal justice system, giving her peers a second chance. She learned a lot about life and fairness in this program. I believe this experience contributes to her role as mediator amongst her friends.⠀
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She is in her 3rd year of Newberry High School’s Criminal Justice Magnet Program. In this program there are many service events she attends, and she interacts with a wide variety of people in the community. She is also in her third year of the Gainesville Police Department Explorers Program. She was recently promoted to Sergeant for her commitment and leadership potential... As long as I have known her, she has been guided by a strong inner-sense of justice, and will not suffer fools. Life’s hardships have not made her hard, but instead empathetic and generous. She leads by example, without being sanctimonious or self-righteous, and is a touchstone for her peers as they navigate the challenges of these high school years. She is a willing and natural leader, but can just as easily be part of a group. A unique combination."

REPOST: Congratulations to the 2021 recipients of

REPOST: Congratulations to the 2021 recipients of LYFEHouse’s Youth Leadership Awards! ⠀
Learn more about Garret Smith and why he was awarded CONFIDENCE!⠀
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"Experience tells you what to do, CONFIDENCE allows you to do it" - anonymous. ⠀
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His nomination reads as follows: "Garrett displays confidence in his school work and his daily life. He has goals set for himself. Some of those goals are short term and attainable, while others are for the coming years of his life and quite stretchable. He keeps a close watch on his grades and has standards that he seeks to maintain or exceed. He also looks beyond the here and now and has plans for his future. He seeks to become an attorney, become a Navy SEAL or play in the NFL! He is measuring his success daily and narrowing down those options!⠀
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He tackles activities knowing that he will learn something and successfully complete the task. He seeks to rise above the normalcy of others. When Garrett takes on a task, he surveys the requirements of the task and determines his desired outcome. He moves forward with this determined focus and seeks to be the best.⠀
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Garrett enjoys friendly competition, while setting his goals on a successful completion. He exudes confidence in himself and his abilities. He puts in the work needed to meet or exceed expectations. Garrett is the epitome of confidence! Garrett motivates people to do better, be better and expect better. He knows that doing and being your best will, in turn, provide the best. He sees challenges as opportunities to better himself and others. He seeks to find a way, when the road may be bumpy or rough. He is not afraid to ask for help and find resources that will accompany him along the journey. His tenaciousness is motivating to all in his reach."⠀
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We also believe in you, Garrett. Keep being GREAT!

Later today, The Education Foundation of Alachua C

Later today, The Education Foundation of Alachua County is hosting their Take Stock in Children (TSIC) Senior Financial Aid Night as part of Cash for College. Cash for College offers free help with completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). This free help session is taking place at Buchholz High School today from 6-8:30pm. To register or for more information, go to https://buff.ly/3jIvT0A

REPOST: Congratulations to the 2021 recipients of

REPOST: Congratulations to the 2021 recipients of LYFEHouse’s Youth Leadership Awards! ⠀
Learn more about Jada Corbin and why she was awarded RESILIENCE!⠀
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Thank you to Ms. Haro for being such a Youth advocate. The next Youth Leadership Award for RESILIENCE is given to Jada Corbin who happens to be a mentee of Ms. Haro.⠀
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"Jada has been my Take Stock mentee since 9th grade and she is a survivor. Despite a custody battle between her parents and grandparents which has affected her and her two younger siblings, Jada holds a 3.0 GPA and has worked through advanced classes this year, including two AP courses while making A's and B's. She continues to deal with personal challenges and despite that, she carries herself optimistically and is very honest about her coping mechanisms. Her resilience is what has allowed her to stay on a path to success rather than having given in to all of the challenging situations she's faced from a young age. Jada is an inspiration to me because she is so young and yet dealing with so much, but she has never closed herself off to getting the help she needs because she wants to succeed. She has turned to her faith and support around her in order to overcome traumatic situations. She is known as "the mom" in her junior class because she is someone that students go to when they need advice because they know they will get sincerity and optimism from her. Jada also had to cope with losing her friend since elementary school, the young man we lost to the murder/suicide tragedy this year, but she has worked through that with support this year." - Ms. Haro

REPOST: Congratulations to the 2021 recipients of

REPOST: Congratulations to the 2021 recipients of LYFEHouse’s Youth Leadership Awards! ⠀
Learn more about Caitlin Rowe and why she was awarded HUMILITY!⠀
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"Humility will open more doors than arrogance ever will" - Zig Ziglar.⠀
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We are super excited to acknowledge Caitlin Rowe for HUMILITY. Her coach writes "Caitlin is and has been a Captain of our Varsity Soccer Team for 2 years. She is a true servant leader. She gives her all in the classroom with great grades, is an active member in her church and a great leader on and off the field. She is the moral compass for our soccer program. She leads by example and by word in a quiet demanding way. She walks in everything that she demands of others and pushes in the most positive way. She leads by example and then helps other players to reach their goals by helping them see how to get there. She does not let other players be negative about themselves or others. She shows others, through her example, how to make things happen and how to help others reach their goals. She has done all of this without ever showing that she is thinking about herself, always putting everyone else before her. A true leader! Caitlin has affected every player in our program, by the example that she shows and by the quiet positive pushing that she gives every day. She pushes every player to reach their full potential and helps them reach their dreams. For me, Caitlin has been a sounding board of positivity. We have worked through issues within the soccer program together and she has always shown that she can lead with class and cares about every player in the program. I would say that she has made me a better coach and a better person."⠀
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Congratulations on your Youth Leadership Award Caitlin. We are so very proud of you.

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