Our GOAL towards youth advocacy
- PUSH For More: Empowering Youth Impacted by Domestic Violence
- The PUSH For More Initiative offers mentorship and networking programs for youth attending school in Maryland who have been exposed to domestic violence. These young people often carry invisible burdens—fear, shame, and uncertainty—that can hinder their ability to thrive socially and academically. This initiative aims to provide a safe, affirming space where participants can connect, heal, and grow without feeling the need to hide their experiences or ambitions.
- Through structured mentorship and community-building activities, PUSH For More helps youth build resilience and rediscover hope. Participants will engage with leaders, professionals, and experts across various fields, gaining exposure to positive role models and pathways to success. The program includes inspirational storytelling, recreational events, and social gatherings designed to foster belonging and emotional safety.
- By cultivating relationships with respected members of society, PUSH For More seeks to counteract the isolation and instability that often accompany domestic violence. The initiative provides youth with tools to navigate complex family dynamics, build self-worth, and envision a future beyond trauma.
- To achieve these goals, PUSH For More will partner with local school districts, businesses, government agencies, non-profits, and the juvenile court system. These collaborations will ensure that youth receive holistic support—educational, emotional, and social.
- Key objectives include:
- Encouraging positive social connections and strong interpersonal skills
- Offering trauma-informed mentorship that validates lived experiences
- Instilling a hopeful outlook and sense of personal agency
- Addressing cycles of failure and destructive habits through consistent support
- Creating inclusive learning environments that foster self-respect and ambition
- PUSH For More recognizes that youth exposed to domestic violence deserve more than survival—they deserve mentorship, opportunity, and a community that believes in their potential. This initiative is a step toward healing, empowerment, and lasting change.