Participants Will Receive Free Breakfast Each Week Courtesy of Amahle Outreach
The Wisdom & Worth Youth Wellness Initiative is a holistic initiative designed to empower Black middle school students by combining wellness activities, creative arts, community-building, and personal development workshops. Each component is crafted to equip students with critical life skills, emotional resilience, and a sense of cultural pride that will support their growth through adolescence and beyond.
Throughout the program, students engage in activities that nurture their self-esteem, help manage stress, and foster positive peer relationships. Creative arts sessions encourage self-expression and identity exploration, while wellness activities like mindfulness and yoga build tools for emotional regulation. Community-building exercises strengthen supportive networks, and personal development workshops guide students in setting goals and developing confidence.
The program culminates in an exciting Sneaker Ball—a celebration where students dress up and showcase their creative projects for family, caregivers, and the community, highlighting their growth and achievements.
Participation is entirely free of charge, with meals, snacks, and transportation within a five-mile radius provided to ensure that every student can participate fully without financial or logistical barriers.
For more information, please contact us at 832.536.5948 or community@theallice.org
Fall 2024 Cycle: Oct 19, 2024 - Dec 28, 2024
Saturdays: 10am - 2pm
Judson Robinson, Jr. Community Center
2020 Hermann Dr., Houston, TX 77004
*Transportation Available (up to 5 miles from the Community Center)*
Wisdom & Worth Sneaker Ball
Youth Creative Arts Showcase & Awards Presentation
Saturday, Dec 28, 2024 | 4pm - 7pm
Creative Arts
Creative arts—like painting, music, dance, storytelling, and drama—give youth a fun way to express themselves, celebrate their culture, and build confidence. Engaging in these activities helps them connect with others, explore who they are, and find pride in their unique stories.
Mindfulness
Mindfulness includes practices like breathing exercises, yoga, and reflection activities that help youth manage stress, stay present, and build resilience. These activities promote a sense of calm and self-awareness, empowering youth to face challenges with confidence.
Personal Development
Personal development workshops helps build self-confidence, set meaningful goals, and develop essential life skills. Through interactive activities and guided discussions, youth explore their strengths and gain the tools to thrive in all areas of their lives.
Workshops & Activities
(not an all inclusive list)
Self-Identity & Cultural Pride
Leadership & Teamwork
Financial Literacy
Building Self-Confidence
Physical Health & Wellness
Yoga & Journaling
Painting
Vision Boards
Singing & Song-writing
Goal Setting & Aspirations
Healthy Friendships
Emotional Awareness & Coping Skill
Conflict Resolution & Problem Solving
Digital Literacy & Social Media Etiquette
Creative Writing & Storytelling
Theatre Arts
Drawing & Digital Art
Dance & Body Movement
Workshop Facilitators
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Dr. Allison Bates, LCSW-S
Facilitator | Clinical Supervisor
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Bryan Carroll
Facilitator | Graduate Mental Health Counseling Intern
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Julienne Christian
Facilitator | Master of Social Work Student Intern
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Kwesi Dreams
Financial Literacy Facilitator
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Mariah McIntosh
Wellness Facilitator | Certified Yoga Instructor
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Lisa Roberson, M.Ed.
Facilitator | Educator, CyFair ISD
Community Partners
TORCH is dedicated to uniting marginalized communities through arts entrepreneurship and live performance opportunities. We provide creative arts workshops for students and partner with local organizations to bring innovative arts education to underserved communities. Through our collaborations, such as with The ALLICE Collective, we empower emerging artists and arts facilitators to inspire the next generation. Since 2016, TORCH has expanded across Houston, NYC, Atlanta, and Los Angeles, offering performance platforms and arts entrepreneurship opportunities to foster community growth and artistic expression.
Amahle Outreach is a local faith-based non-profit organization established in the community to ensure that kids, those at-risk and living within an income impacted family have access to the support and resources needed to be emotionally, economically, mentally, and physically stable. To do so, we start with the kids, one child at a time. Our goal to ensure that all kids to find a solid
path in life to succeed. We welcome the overlooked and the underserved and want to leave no child left behind. By starting with one child, we can positively change lives, change trajectories, and improve destinies.
Amahle Outreach has partnered with the Texas Department of Agriculture under the guidance of the United States Department of Agriculture to provide hot meals for students attending after-hours school programs, whether athletics, band, cheerleading, or other educational programs at no cost to school or students.
Breathe Free’s mission is to provide free holistic therapy and wellness resources to communities overcoming barriers, with a focus on Survivors of Domestic Violence, Black Men’s mental health, and Cultivating Mindful Youth. Through education, advocacy, wellness programs, and compassionate support, they strive to empower individuals to heal, thrive, and reclaim their mental and emotional well-being.
By fostering resilience and promoting holistic health, Breathe Free aims to break down barriers to mental health support and create a more equitable and compassionate society for all.