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About  Us

Our Mission

Women’s Empowerment Institute is a non-profit organization that offers underserved women personal, professional development and job skills training which empowers them to become self-sufficient. 

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"WE" Builds A Stronger "I"

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Our Vision

Women’s Empowerment Institute empowers unemployed and underemployed women who lack education and a strong network with the fundamental skills to become leaders and lifelong learners.

Our Team

We have many volunteers who are a part of the organization and our success. 

If you are interested in being a volunteer, please visit our Get Involved Page 

Our  Staff and Volunteers

Maisha Azmal

Program Manager

Lherby Flerusima

Finance Intern

Oenia Odums

AWS Instructor

Darianny Santos

Social Media Manager

Jannatul Yesmin

Program Director

Our Executive Board

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Gina Avila

Founder

Executive Director

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Larry Gray

Executive Board Member

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Louise M. Razzagone

Board President

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Lizet Vanessa Avila

Board Secretary

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