Because I Said So, Inc. – Atlanta, GA
Ladaria Smith is the founder and CEO of Because I Said So, Inc. (BISS). The goal of Because I Said So Inc., is to help build healthy self-esteem in teenage girls in a non-competitive environment. BISS will provide counseling, financial literacy and other outreach programs in an effort to combat teen pregnancy, illiteracy and increase awareness in our community.
Their program is an 8 month long commitment between the mentor and mentee. Every 3rd Saturday of the month, mentors and mentees spend 2 hours together, participating in fun and enriching activities.
BISS strives to:
- Improve the mentee’s self worth
- Help them to make wise choices
- Understand the importance of getting their education
- Follow their path in destiny
For more information about Because I Said So, Inc., please visit their website.
Afro Puffs and Ponytails is constantly searching for information about camps, clubs and organizations, and mentoring programs to provide as resources for parents and community organizers. It is our hopes that each resource provided will serve to build confidence, enhance self esteem, develop leadership skills, empower, uplift and educate our African American girls. We are not recommending these programs, but offering a starting point for you to conduct your own evaluation and research about whether a program is right for your child.
For an up-to-date listing of other programs for African American girls within the USA, please click here.
Jennifer A. Kelly, 1 year ago
Your website is awesome. Looking to do something like this in New Orleans. It is definitely needed here. Keep up the good work.
Antwaniece Wall, 1 year ago
I would like get infromation about how you got your organization?
Teri Jackson-Rice, 2 years ago
I would like to get more information on your program. i want my daughter to be able to associate with good mentors and young ladies onher age level!
Adriane Simmons, 2 years ago
Hi!
I love what you’re doing with ‘BISS”! It’s definitely needed. I’m also glad that you have a componet on financial literacy. I am in the proccess of implementing that in my organization (G.E.M.S.) as well! I wish you much success!
Debra Moss-Green, 2 years ago
Seeking a mentoring program for a 16 yr. old teenager. Please reply. I am a personal consultant/developer in Atlanta, GA. I work with young business leaders and adults preparing them for their career goals.
Also, I mentor and advise and I receive calls on a regular basis from parents in need of info regarding mentoring programs. I have met a parent of a 16 yrs old. Your organizational elements are great.
Please email m e y our response.
Would like to speak with a representative from your organization.