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WHO WE ARE

At HI DIVA!

We provide a comprehensive suite of world-class youth-centric programs and services driven by a spirit of excellence and innovation.

Mental Health:

- 20% of adolescents (ages 13-18) experience a severe mental disorder.

- 31.9% of adolescents affected by anxiety disorders.

- 13.0% face depressive disorders. Source: NIMH

Teenage Pregnancy:

- Teen birth rate (ages 15-19): 15.3 births per 1,000 women (2020). Source: CDC

Academic Performance:

- Public high school graduation rate: 85% (2020-2021).

- Higher dropout rates among low-income students. Source: NCES

Social-Emotional Health:

- SEL programs can improve academic performance by 11 percentile points.

- Reduction in bullying and substance abuse behaviors. Source: Durlak et al., 2015

Comprehensive Support:

We provide a holistic approach to support young girls and teens through prevention-early intervention strategies, educational leadership, and personalized mentoring.

Strength-Based Approach:

We believe in identifying and building upon each individual's unique strengths and abilities, fostering their confidence and resilience.

Empowerment:

Our program aims to empower young girls and teens by equipping them with the necessary knowledge, skills, and resources to make informed decisions and navigate life challenges.

Personal Development:

We offer a wide range of leadership and personal development opportunities, helping young girls and teens grow personally and professionally.

Safe and Inclusive Community:

We strive to create a welcoming and inclusive environment where diversity is celebrated and participants feel safe, supported, and encouraged to express their true selves.

Commitment

We are committed to creating ongoing solutions that enhances the well-being and quality of life for individuals and communities.

At the HD PEIP, we are committed to delivering exceptional value to our participants. By joining our program, you can expect:

By choosing the HD PEIP Program, you are investing in the future success and well-being of young girls, preteens, and teens, enabling them to become confident, strong, and empowered leaders in their communities.

The Founder's Story

HIDIVA! PEIP is not just an initiative; it embodies my life's challenges, struggles, and unwavering determination to inspire and empower other young women. Throughout my life, I have faced numerous obstacles that have shaped me into the fearless, resilient, and transformational servant leader I am today. From battling self-doubt and societal expectations to overcoming childhood trauma and personal setbacks, I never allowed my circumstances to define me. Instead, I used those experiences as stepping stones toward personal growth and success.

Having overcome many trials, I felt a deep calling to support and empower other young women who might be facing similar struggles. I recognized the immense power of mentorship and understood that by sharing my own story, I could ignite a fire within others to pursue their calling and God-given purpose fearlessly.

Therefore, creating the HIDIVA! PEIP is a testament to my indomitable spirit and desire to uplift and empower young girls/women. I firmly believe that everyone possesses the potential to overcome obstacles and achieve greatness, which was prepared before the foundation of the world. By guiding and equipping these young people, I hope to instill the confidence and resilience needed to navigate the challenges they may encounter on their life journeys, just as I did.

Kandre Covington-Smith

Founder-CEO