About Us
Learn more about our non-profit organization and our mission to make a positive impact on the world through our charitable initiatives
Our Mission
Our mission is to empower women ages 18–65 to live strong, supported, and successful lives through accessible health education, mental wellness support, and fitness programs. We are committed to creating a safe, inclusive community where women can improve their physical strength, emotional resilience, and overall well-being while gaining the tools they need to thrive.
- Changing lives improving lives one step at a time with our non-profit organization.
- Building futures creating opportunities and a better future with our non-profit organization.
- Movement for change creating impact, promoting change through non-profit work.
- Lasting impact our charity strives for long-term impact in communities we serve.
Our Vision
Our vision is a world where every woman has the knowledge, support, and confidence to prioritize her health and transform her life. We aim to build a global community of women who are inspired to embrace healing, cultivate hope, and achieve lifelong wellness through education, mental health resources, and fitness-centered empowerment.
Changing Lives
Improving lives one step at a time with our non-profit organization.
Building Futures
Creating opportunities and a better future with our non-profit organization.
Core Values
Health Empowerment and Healing Through Community. We believe every woman deserves access to the education, tools, and support needed to care for her physical, mental, and emotional well-being. We also believe healing happens in safe, supportive spaces. We nurture community connections where women uplift and grow with one another.
- Changing lives improving lives one step at a time with our non-profit organization.
- Building futures creating opportunities and a better future with our non-profit organization.
- Movement for change creating impact, promoting change through non-profit work.
- Lasting impact our charity strives for long-term impact in communities we serve.
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Prove every project
Our Non-profit Organization delivers transparent and accountable results for every project we undertake.
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Open book
We firmly believe in transparency and strive to maintain an open book approach with all stakeholders.
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Local partnerships
Building strong relationships with the community is vital and we work closely with local partners.
WomenEMPowered Inc Staff and Current Board of Directors
Leadership
Education Program Director
Ashleigh Valero MA, is an experienced higher education professional with over 15 years of experience working at colleges and universities, coordinating educational programs, and supporting students and faculty through counseling, guidance, and student success initiatives. She is passionate about empowering women through education, personal growth, and community-based support, and is especially committed to creating learning experiences that are practical, encouraging, and transformative. With a strong background in education and a heart for service, she strives to help women build confidence, wellness, and purpose in both their personal and professional lives. Education is the key to making the world a better place.
Current Board of Directors
Natassia Wilkes
Natassia is a native of Augusta, Georgia. Employing both an academic and athletic scholarship, Natassia acquired a Bachelor’s of Science in Biology from Benedict College in Columbia, South Carolina. Knowing that helping others was her passion, after graduating with an undergraduate degree, Natassia decided to further her education by attaining a Masters in Pathologists’ Assistant Studies from Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science located in Chicago, Illinois. Since she has dedicated over 15 years working alongside pathologists to help diagnose diseases, uncover the causes of illness, and support accurate patient care through advanced laboratory analysis.
In addition, Natassia has “paid it forward” by mentoring and coaching women athletes for multiple travel softball teams as well as on the collegiate level. Throughout her coaching career, she emphasized not only on the field excellence , but encouraged young women to recognize that success in the classroom is the foundation for future opportunities.
Make a Difference Today
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Every dollar counts towards! We are a Registered nonprofit organization. Our application for tax-exemption and 501c3 tax-exempt status is pending.