Belonging & Becoming Fellowship

This fellowship is a 2-year program for Black and Brown girls in their sophomore or junior year of high school. Through a comprehensive skill-building curriculum, fellows develop essential social awareness, fostering confidence and self-efficacy. They explore the intersections of identity, power, privilege, and oppression, examining how their surroundings shape their beliefs and values. Topics include racism, classism, sexism, homophobia, xenophobia and their impacts, alongside discussions on movements like Black Lives Matter. Additionally, fellows gain insights into life after high school: college options, scholarships, mental health, budgeting, and building healthy relationships.

Who should apply? High School

More Details:

  • Belonging and Becoming is a two-year program that meets once a week

  • Program is held in-person in Mattapan, MA

  • Applications open each Spring

Belonging & Becoming Fellowship

All Our Programs

  • All About (Self) Love

    Tailored for Black & Brown girls, fosters self-love through introspection into self, ancestry, and community.

  • Their Eyes Were Watching Boston

    Explores contributions of Black & Brown women, shaping Boston's transformations from abolitionist era to present day.

  • Liberation is for Everybody

    Equips Black & Brown girls to challenge oppression, fostering self-love and advocacy through comprehensive learning.

  • Belonging & Becoming

    Fellowship 2-year program empowers Black & Brown girls with social awareness and life skills for post-high school success.

  • Love Your Magic Summer Camp

    Overnight experience blending joy wiith self-care, cultural celebration, and leadership for Black & Brown girls.

  • Reading for Liberation Book Club

    Cultivates relationships, critical thinking, & self-discovery through engaging discussions and exploration of diverse stories.

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Empower your girls with transformative experiences tailored to foster self-love, leadership and cultural celebration. Partner with us to bring any of our dynamic programs or workshops to your educational community.  We would love to work with you.