Qualified

11/28/2023

Today is Giving Tuesday! Take a break from your holiday shopping and join us in providing Survivors of Trafficking with NEW PURPOSE. This year we have a mystery donor that will be matching donations dollar for dollar up to $25,000! So give generously, your donation is doubled today!

Newpurpose.funraise.org

11/29/2022

Today is an opportunity to come alongside Survivors in so that they can become THRIVERS in their next chapter of life. Meet Amanda, a Qualified graduate and now full time student at Point Loma University. Her goal is to start her own company supporting other survivor entrepreneurs and we are here to watch that happen.

07/20/2022

We are thrilled to be partnering again with Composed Living who will be assisting us with curating our free boutique for our Beauty & Empowerment Conference. Our Alumnae will get to “shop till they drop” at this awesome boutique.

Composed Living is a Los Angeles based company creating so much joy for their clients and the organizations they give back to. For the founder, Elsa, “organization is not just about decluttering your home. It's about implementing functional systems that allow you to compose the life of your dreams.”

Want to contribute towards our Beauty & Empowerment Boutique? We need gently used or new professional and business casual clothes. Contact us for details: [email protected]

07/14/2022

If you’re looking to contribute to the anti-s*x trafficking movement, read our latest blog to learn about careers that will combat this epidemic. Learn more: https://qualifiedwomen.com/2022/07/13/contribute-to-the-anti-s*x-trafficking-movement/

07/12/2022

WE NEED YOU!

We are so excited to share that next month is our 4th Annual Day of Beauty & Empowerment Conference! On Saturday, August 13 we will be partnering with professional and creative volunteers such as motivational speakers, holistic experts, fashion stylists, makeup artists, and hairstylists to pamper and empower our thriving graduates. We need your support, we are seeking clothing, shoes, and accessory donations for the boutique portion of our event.

To volunteer or coordinate a drop-off, please contact us: [email protected]

05/27/2022

Culture teaches us to “follow your heart” or “let your feelings guide you” to lean in and let our feelings make our decision. But what if your feelings were lying to you and you didn’t know it?
In our latest blog by Morning, Mama discover why it’s important and how it’s beneficial to make your decisions from a grounded and peaceful place. Despite what culture tells us, keeping our feelings in check will bring us to a place where decisions can be made more clearly and honestly. Read now: https://qualifiedwomen.com/.../stop-following-your-feelings/

05/18/2022

We are in need of business casual & professional clothing. This includes blazers, dresses, blouses, shoes, and slacks. Donations of all sizes are needed. If you’re interested in donating, contact us at: [email protected]

05/17/2022

Meet a few of our new Summer Cohort participants! We are so excited for these ladies and their new journey. They are joined by our Occupational Therapist intern, Outreach Advocate & former Graduate, all there to support and cheer them on❤️

05/12/2022

Our new cohort has begun and we are looking for a Google Suite facilitator for the following dates and times:

Tuesday, May 24 | 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Tuesday, May 31 6:30pm - 8:30pm

The commitment is easy and the impact is life changing! If you or anyone you know is interested, please contact us at: [email protected]

04/05/2022

Field research in 50 countries found prostitution most negatively impacts women and girls from minority communities. CAP International - Coalition for the Abolition of Prostitution will present the conclusion of their study, Last Girl First and policy recommendations in Washington DC on April 6 from 3PM - 4:30PM EST. Hosted by National Center on S*xual Exploitation we encourage you to attend this hybrid event. Register, here:

S*x, Race, & Class-based Oppression. Research briefing and policy recommendations

03/24/2022

In our latest blog we are excited to share with you a bit more about our co-founders, Elena Shahnaian and Esther Suh Kwon. We are so grateful for everything they do for each of the women that complete Qualified Academy and even after they graduate. Thank you both for the difference you are making. Read their story, here: https://qualifiedwomen.com/2022/03/22/ester-interview/

03/18/2022

Millions of refugees have fled their homes to safety, are displaced in Ukraine, and have crossed international borders. Below are some organizations you can directly support, today.

Heroes International - https://heroesinternational.org/
Republic Pilgrim - https://republicpilgrim.org/donate
Light to the World - https://account.venmo.com/u/Irena-Chernatinski