Girl Boss 101 Saturday
Mentorship Program

Our "Girl Boss 101" Saturday Mentoring Program is tailored for young Black women in high school in the Chicagoland area, with a mission to empower them for college, future careers, and to foster servant leadership qualities. However, our approach goes beyond academic and career readiness. We believe in nurturing every aspect of our mentees' development to ensure they emerge as well-rounded individuals, ready to take on the world in all its complexity.

Through a holistic mentorship approach, we address various dimensions of their growth. Monthly workshops cover topics ranging from college readiness and career preparedness to social-emotional learning and community service initiatives. This comprehensive curriculum is designed to equip our mentees with the skills, knowledge, and values they need to succeed in all facets of life.

Integral to our program is a focus on mental health and wellness. Recognizing the importance of emotional well-being and self-care, we provide our mentees with practical tools and strategies to manage stress, build self-esteem, and cultivate healthy relationships. By integrating these components into our program from its inception, we ensure that our mentees are not only academically and professionally prepared but also emotionally and socially grounded.

Our holistic mentorship approach aims to empower young Black women to thrive in every aspect of their lives. By fostering servant leadership qualities, we encourage them to not only pursue their own goals but also to give back to their communities and become the next generation of leaders who will make a positive impact in the world.

"The Black is Gold Organization has helped me grow as a professional and individual. They assisted in the progression of finding where I wanted to be in the next few years and provided me with the materials and connections to pursue my goals and dreams further. Being a part of the BIG Family has provided me the support system I needed as a first-generation college student and a sense of sisterhood that is often rare in Chicago."

Kennady Hall, Girl Boss 101 Program Alumna, Class of 2021.