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Where Girls Become HER
Honor ~ Excellence ~ Resilience

Our Goal, Vision & Commitment

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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.

Upcoming Events

  • BecomingHER: Brunch with a Purpose
    BecomingHER: Brunch with a Purpose
    Sun, Feb 22
    Location is TBD
    Feb 22, 2026, 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM
    Location is TBD
    ✨ BecomingHER: Brunch with a Purpose ✨ An afternoon to pour into purpose and the next generation. Join us Sunday, February 22, 2026, for inspiring speakers, laughter, raffles, and connection; all in support of empowering girls to lead with Honor, Excellence, and Resilience through the BecomingHER.
  • The HER Blueprint: Building the Best Version of You
    The HER Blueprint: Building the Best Version of You
    Sat, Mar 14
    Tampa
    Mar 14, 2026, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
    Tampa, 5107 N 22nd St, Tampa, FL 33610, USA
    Every dream starts with a roadmap and this is where hers begins. Spend the day exploring who you are and where you’re headed through interactive sessions on confidence, presence, etiquette, self-care, goal setting, and vision building. Create your personal “HER Blueprint” a plan to walk boldly.

Upcoming Events

BecomingHER: Brunch with a Purpose
BecomingHER: Brunch with a Purpose
When
Feb 22, 2026, 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM
Where
Location is TBD

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WHAT PEOPLE SAY ABOUT BECOMING HER

The impact of the 1st BecomingHER 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.

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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

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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

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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.

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