Strongher Together

Strongher Together StrongHER TogetHER is a Durham, NC-based program for girls who share a heart for forward progress, ac Ever wonder how things might be different if they WEREN'T?

Ever wonder why alienating words like CATTY and SNARKY, DRAMA and CLIQUES are almost always associated with girls? StrongHER TogetHER is a program for girls who may be different in a thousand ways, but share a heart for forward progress, acceptance and most of all, each other. We offer our girls an opportunity to pursue their dreams, but to pursue them alongside girls who are cheering for them sta

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Here's how it works:
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StrongHER TogetHER girls enter the program as rising fifth-graders and are nominated by area non-profits (East Durham Children's Initiative, Kidznotes, various EDCI-based and independent institutions). The girls are then divided into small groups (~10-16) led by two adults. In an effort to offer the girls stability and support during the adolescent years and also, to encourage solid relationships, the group remains intact through high school. Group cohesion and friendships are nurtured in any number of ways. Summer programs are especially designed for StrongHER TogetHER groups. Fun is the focus. And hidden beneath that fun are the seeds of friendship - ready to grow, ready to encourage one another in the pursuit of passions and the inevitable challenges of middle school and beyond. During the school year, quarterly programs offer our girls the opportunity to meet local entrepreneurial and professional women. These women share their stories, some good, some bad, but all with an eye toward the power of girls TOGETHER vs APART. As StrongHER TogetHER girls progress into high school, we look to these same women as tremendous career mentoring resources. Finally, each StrongHER TogetHER girl is supported financially based on her individual interests. Every girl understands the pursuits of other girls in her group and provides support accordingly. For that reason, communications among the group is ongoing - anything from an encouraging phone call to cheering from the stands. Through it all, StrongHER TogetHER girls learn about selfless support and the power to make a difference. Well on their way to becoming the confident and amazing women
of our future. Poised to shatter. Stronger. Together.

With another school year in the books, we thought we’d take a look back at all we accomplished! So many accomplishments,...
06/05/2026

With another school year in the books, we thought we’d take a look back at all we accomplished! So many accomplishments, new experiences and connections that just get stronger. Here’s to 25/26! It was a winner!🎉

Some of the ST girls attended the today! SO. MUCH. FUN! Great way to spend a Saturday! Huge thanks to all of the volunt...
05/30/2026

Some of the ST girls attended the today! SO. MUCH. FUN! Great way to spend a Saturday! Huge thanks to all of the volunteers and vendors who made the day a blast!🙏🏽🎉

Easy peezy weekend outing for some of the rising 9th graders - playing cards at Cugino Forno and 🎉🎉🎉
05/26/2026

Easy peezy weekend outing for some of the rising 9th graders - playing cards at Cugino Forno and 🎉🎉🎉

Today we celebrated all the many things that the girls, with the help of their mentors, accomplished during the 2025/202...
05/17/2026

Today we celebrated all the many things that the girls, with the help of their mentors, accomplished during the 2025/2026 school year! Violin, volleyball, tennis and choir are just the start of a very impressive list of adventures the girls have had this past year! We are so thankful to support them in exploring their interests outside of school! Ps We also tried out some new things at this year’s celebration… We went with a western theme, we had fancy cookies with our logo and we even got to celebrate a birthday! Yeehaw! 🤪🎉Wishing everyone a great summer! Way to go, VillageHERs!

Another 🔥 StrongHER TogetHER girl. 10th grade Zay tonight playing bass in a dance opera at Duke University. Musician of ...
05/17/2026

Another 🔥 StrongHER TogetHER girl. 10th grade Zay tonight playing bass in a dance opera at Duke University. Musician of the highest order right here, friends. Song writer, bass player and VillageHERs also supported her in getting an electric guitar a few months back. You go, Zay!💪🏽💪🏽💪🏽We’re SO proud of you!!

Friends! Jessica is another of the rock star LAUNCH! students we supported in 2025! We made our way through essays and c...
05/14/2026

Friends! Jessica is another of the rock star LAUNCH! students we supported in 2025! We made our way through essays and campus tours and just wow! Look at us today! Congratulations Jessica!!!! And Congrats Tarheels! You got a winner!!

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💰🎓 Scholars Securing Dollars! 🎓💰

Huge congratulations to Jessica Mendez Cruz of City of Medicine Academy — awarded the Carolina Covenant Scholarship and Pell Grant, totaling an incredible $100,384! 🎉💙

A proud first-generation college student, Jessica is headed to UNC-Chapel Hill after receiving Assured Admission into Carolina’s Nursing Program — a major accomplishment for a future healthcare leader! 🩺✨

Jessica earned her CNA certification, competed as a dedicated HOSA member, and placed in the Top 3 in the Nursing Assistant competition at the 2025 HOSA Regionals. She also served her community through volunteer work while maintaining membership in the National Honor Society. 🌟

The future is bright at Carolina and beyond for Jessica! 🎓💫

So proud of Elham! He was a student in our LAUNCH! Program and wow Blue Devils…you got a real one!💪🏽Congratulations Elha...
05/13/2026

So proud of Elham! He was a student in our LAUNCH! Program and wow Blue Devils…you got a real one!💪🏽Congratulations Elham! Cheering for you!!

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💰🎓 Scholars Securing Dollars! 🎓💰

Congratulations to Elham Afzali of C.E. Jordan High School — recipient of the Durham Promise Scholarship from the DPS Foundation and headed to Duke University! 💙🎉

Elham’s journey is one of resilience, courage, and determination. After moving to the United States from Afghanistan during the 2024–25 school year, Elham has already achieved an incredible milestone as a first-generation college student.

We are proud to celebrate this remarkable accomplishment and grateful to for continuing to invest in the futures of our scholars. The future is bright at Duke and beyond! 🎓✨

Tonight some of our program graduates, their moms and group leaders gathered for a sweet, simple send off at . Soon they...
05/13/2026

Tonight some of our program graduates, their moms and group leaders gathered for a sweet, simple send off at . Soon they head off to App State, Emory, Florida A&M, Marquette and Arizona State, to name a few. Most of them have been with us 8 years. What a privilege it is to walk alongside these girls for their journey. Congratulations graduates! ❤️🎉❤️🎉❤️🎉❤️🎉❤️🎉❤️🎉❤️🎉❤️

Check out one of our 10th grade students performing with her musical group! We are so proud of you, Emani and thankful t...
05/11/2026

Check out one of our 10th grade students performing with her musical group! We are so proud of you, Emani and thankful that VillageHERs is able to support your amazing talent!!!❤️

Some 5th graders hit up Frankie’s this weekend!!!🏁🏁🏁
05/05/2026

Some 5th graders hit up Frankie’s this weekend!!!🏁🏁🏁

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