Protecting . Inspiring . Empowering. Girls’ Futures

The BBBG Project is dedicated to empowering teenage girls and young women (ages 13-17), through impactful training sessions, workshops and mentorship. In collaboration with organizations like The LINC Program, The Walker Foundation, Giving Hope and Help and many others we have:

  • Reached 40-60 girls each month across local elementary and middle schools.

  • Hosted engaging sessions at Garcia Elementary, Warford Elementary, Center Middle, and Hickman Mills Middle Schools.

  • Led transformative sessions at The Walker Foundation’s Annual Heritage Day Events

  • Provided training sessions to the Kansas City Ms. Juneteenth Pageant contestants (over 20-25 girls)

  • Partnered with organizations Giving Hope & Help and The T-Zone to provide training during community events and summer programming.

  • Provided essential guidance on self-esteem, self-love, self-advocacy and healthy relationships to every participant.

Additionally, our EmpowerHER and Little Queens sessions have become a vital part of the neighborhood, offering consistent support and mentorship to girls in the community. Through these programs, we are proud to help build a foundation of confidence, resilience, and self-worth in the young women we serve. 

The ToolBox

  • 1. Laying the Foundation: Building Self-Value and Self-Worth

    Teenage girls everywhere face pressures that can impact their self-esteem and sense of self-worth. For Black girls, these pressures are often intensified by systemic racism, colorism, and narrow beauty standards, which can leave them especially vulnerable to unhealthy relationships. At the BBBG Project, we intentionally address these realities — empowering Black girls to recognize their worth, celebrate their individuality, and foster a positive self-image. And while our work is centered on the experiences of Black girls, our commitment to building confidence, resilience, and healthy relationship skills extends to every girl who takes part in our program.

  • 2. Embracing Identity: Loving the Skin They’re In

    Once a sense of self-worth is established, we guide girls in embracing their whole selves—both inside and out. This includes celebrating their unique ethnicity, physical features, and diverse shades of beauty, as well as recognizing their character, talents, skills, and temperament. By helping them understand that their individuality is a blend of who they are inside and out, we teach them to value what makes them different and unique. Through this process, they learn to take pride in every aspect of who they are, fostering confidence and self-acceptance.

  • 3. Building Strength: Resilience, Self-Respect, and Advocacy

    With a solid foundation of self-worth and pride in their identity, we equip teenage girls and young women with the tools to navigate life’s challenges. Through resilience training, they learn to adapt to change, recover from setbacks, and thrive in adversity. Lessons in self-respect, advocacy, and boundary-setting empower them to stand firm in their values, prioritize their well-being, and confidently use their voice. While our work intentionally uplifts and centers Black girls, these same skills are essential for every girl to thrive in school, relationships, and life.

  • 4. Creating Connections: Healthy Relationships

    The final step is teaching girls how to develop and sustain healthy relationships. Building on their strong foundation, we help them identify the attributes of healthy relationships—trust, respect, communication, and equality—and learn to recognize early warning signs of unhealthy dynamics. Through practical tools, mentorship, and a supportive community, we prepare them to make informed decisions and establish meaningful connections grounded in mutual care and respect.