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SOFIE Members embody our core values of Altruism, Empowerment, and Ownership. Their success is reflected in their desire to help others success as well, their demonstration of leadership, and their ability to join this professional networking community. All membership donations are 100% tax-deductible & fund HBICHQ’s charitable programs.
Young women who are survivors of domestic abuse and homelessness, or former foster youth, are often forced to face the world without any guidance or safety-net. The Pave the Path to Success program provides educational workshops to help these young women learn entrepreneurship and leadership skills so they can take control of their path and build a better future.
We created the Youth Leadership Intensive Program to help create a new generation of leaders. Goals include exposure to potential new role models by focusing on Women in Stem while being a woman in stem themselves as they produce and publish their own podcast episode; using the power of their own voice.
As a non-profit organization, our Startup Incubator Grant Program is a platform designed to nurture and guide women entrepreneurs through the process of creating their own startup business, regardless of budget or resources; this is a merit-based business incubator program available to graduates of the Pave the Path to Success Program. which includes an application process to be voted on by Board of Directors & Grant Evaluation Committee.
The HBICHQ Women’s Mentorship Certification Program is a leadership development program created for HBICHQ Donors and graduates of the Pave the Path to Success Program. Mentors in this program are paired with dedicated mentees. Certified Mentors include career advisors, leadership counselors, and life coaches. Mentorship Certification provides valuable leadership and career development for professional Coaches and Mentors.
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Our Mission & Dedication
Purpose - Create a dedicated support system & accessible education to help our cohort achieve financial freedom.
People - Our programs support women-identified survivors of domestic abuse or homelessness, former foster youth, or have faced other adversities.
Pledge -We pledge to to empower entrepreneurship by providing accessible programs focusing on professional development & personal development, mentorship, and continuous leadership.
Our Core Values
Altruism - The HBICHQ community was created to support the practice of selfless concern for the happiness, success, and well-being of others.
Ownership - Our community takes ownership & pride in being the principle financial support for the continuation of our charitable Programs and Grants.
Empowerment - Our community empowers women to become the Head Boss* In Charge of their future, no matter where they are today.
