February 9, 2016
MEDIA ADVISORY
IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Young Girls (11-18) Chat It Up at Inaugural Cupcakes & Conversations, connecting them to local resources and the movers-and-shakers of Gainesville
Who: Dream on Purpose is an empowerment movement, culminating in an interactive showcase and workshop filled with resources and positive socialization, specifically designed for young girls. Dream on Purpose is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization. For more information, visit dreamonpurpose.org.
What: Dream on Purpose is hosting its very first, Cupcakes and Conversations, in Gainesville, Florida targeting girls between the ages of 11-18. “Cupcakes and Conversations” gives young girls a structured voice, a collective forum for positive dialogue and an opportunity to engage in a multi-tiered system of resources – just for them. We have lined up a panel of successful women of all ages ready to speak about their stories and provide a roadmap to local resources. We will provide light refreshments, beverages and of course, CUPCAKES!
Featured speakers, include:
– Deborah Bowie
– President & Chief Executive Officer of the United Way of North Central Florida
– Anntwanique Edwards, Ph.D.
– Assistant Principal at A. Quinn Jones Center
– Kandra Albury, Ph.D.
– Kandra Albury, Ph.D.
– Published Author and Owner of Kandra Albury Enterprises
– Katie Fields
– Katie Fields
– Managing Director of the River Phoenix Center for Peacebuilding
– Kelly Belanger
– Kelly Belanger
– Founder, CEO of Project Total Girl, Inc.
– Tatila (Tia) Brock
– Tatila (Tia) Brock
– Program Coordinator for The Education Foundation of Alachua County
When: Saturday, February 13, 2016 from 2 to 4 pm
Where: A. Quinn Jones Center – 1108 NW 7th Ave, Gainesville, FL 32601.
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