Enrollment for the 2023-2024 Empoweree Program is now closed. Enrollment for the 2024-2025 Program will open Spring 2024!

1 Year to Discover, Develop, and Deliver Empowerment!

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A Year of Growth

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Embracing Empowerment with 1 Year to Empowerment

1 Year to Empowerment is a year-long program designed to enable middle and high school girls on the Lower Eastern Shore to make healthy choices, trusting friendships, and attainable goals all while giving back to the community as a group.

1 Year to Empowerment promotes empowerment through twelve activities and afterschool enrichment opportunities that target mental and physical wellness and
teach valuable skills to live healthy and balanced lives. Engagement in the program promotes acceptance, commitment, perseverance, and EMPOWERMENT!

Latest News

2nd Annual “Empowerment Through the Arts Gala” Fundraiser

A Celebration of Women’s History Month

Saturday, March 9th at 5pm
Dove Pointe, Salisbury MD

Tickets will be Available as of Monday, December 18th 
Sponsorship Opportunities Available Now! 
Contact Executive Director Natalie Bennett for more information! 

To purchase tickets or to become a gala sponsor.

Founder & President

Dr. Samantha Scott

This one-of-a-kind program, developed by a team of psychologists at the Child and Family Center and led by Dr. Samantha Scott, promotes empowerment through monthly activities and ongoing personal development experiences.

Want to Participate

If you have a local business that you think would be a great addition to our program please reach out to us.

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1 Year to Empowerment is made possible by so many generous supporters!

Here are just some of the Organizations that Help to Make our Middle and High School Empoweree Program Possible!

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Year End Celebration

After a year full of new friendships, experiences, and empowerment, participants are recognized at the Empoweree Transformation Banquet, where parents, friends, and community members come together to celebrate the graduating Empowerees.