ABAM stands for As Beautiful, Bold and Brave As Me. Today women and girls face unique conditions that threaten their well-being and mental health. Here on this website you will find relevant topics and current research most pertinent the State of Women and Girls today; reaffirming that We are Beautiful, We are Bold and We are Brave, as we are innately designed to be.
MISSION STATEMENT
I AM ABAM aims to strengthen the human capital of marginalized women and girls by providing a helping hand towards socioeconomic advancement through educational support, housing opportunities and vocational training.
VISION
The vision of I AM ABAM Enterprises is to empower women and girls towards strengthened individual wellbeing and increased academic success.
OBJECTIVES:
Educational Strategy
- Domestically and internationally, The ABAM Foundation will offer academic scholarships for girls that need academic assistance due to their low income or low revenue generating status. For girls in the US, tutoring services and academic scholarships will be offered to supplement the cost of school supplies and other essentials for academic success.
Housing Strategy
- The ABAM Foundation will offer housing that provides a safe, stable, supportive environment for teen mothers and teen mothers-to-be that envision a brighter future for herself and her child. As part of the housing program, participants will participate in life skills and social skills activities that will ultimately benefit her and her child. Some activities include vocational training, enrichment activities, mental health support and case management.
Vocational Strategy
- I AM ABAM Enterprises will provide vocational opportunities through corporate ventures, while contributing a percentage of company proceeds directly to The ABAM Foundation and services provided through The ABAM Foundation.