Where Girls Become HER
Honor ~ Excellence ~ Resilience
Program Overview
BecomingHER empowers middle and high school girls through intentional mentorship, skill-building, and meaningful experiences. Rooted in the values of Honor, Excellence, and Resilience, the program builds confidence, sparks creativity, and shapes character, equipping every girl to rise, to lead, to become.
CORE Pillars
Leadership & Communication
Financial Literacy & Career Readiness
Art, Culture & Creative Expression
Emotional Intelligence & Mental Health
Etiquette, Style & Professional Presence
Signature Features
HERitage Lab – Cultural and personal identity
HER Talks – Youth-led storytelling and presentations
HER Closet – Professional styling and wardrobe etiquette
HER Summit – Multiday summit with impactiful workshops, speakers, and leadership skill-building
HER Studio – Visual art, journaling, and spoken word workshops
Parent Power Sessions – Caregiver education and engagement
Outcomes & Impact
Girls leave the program with increased confidence, communication skills, leadership readiness, emotional regulation tools, and a strong sense of identity. Participants are celebrated at the HER Honors Summit, a culminating weekend event featuring student showcases, awards, and a community brunch.
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WHAT PEOPLE SAY
The impact of the summit was felt deeply by both girls and their families. These voices affirm the mission of Becoming HER — to create safe, powerful spaces where girls feel seen, celebrated, and supported.
Cortnie Simmons Hordge, BecomingHER Founder
The BecomingHER Summit is more than an event; it's a movement igniting greatness in young women. Join us as we empower the next generation to step into their future with Honor, Excellence, and Resilience
BECOMINGHER PARENT
Seeing my daughter’s confidence blossom through this experience has been truly inspiring,” shared one parent. “It’s a reminder that empowering young girls today shapes a stronger, brighter tomorrow
PARTICIPANT
Something that was special about my experience is when we spoke affirmations through the mirror — it made me feel like I was really HER.
