Programs
“Some journeys you travel alone, others you travel with your sisters; it’s all about discovery.”
Where Sisterhood
Becomes Strength.
Every program at I Am My Sister is designed around one truth: girls grow when they feel seen, supported, and connected. From ages 10 to 25+, there is a place in this sisterhood for every stage of her journey.
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Little Sisters Programs
Building confidence, curiosity, and sisterhood from the very beginning · Ages 10–14
Club Discover
"Discover who you are before the world tells you."
Club Discover is where her journey begins. In a safe, supportive sisterhood environment, girls ages 10–14 explore identity, self-worth, friendship, and what it means to grow up with confidence. Through interactive activities, journaling, group discussion, and guest speakers, every session is designed to meet her exactly where she is — and help her see further.
- Bi-weekly sessions focused on self-discovery and identity
- Topics built for elementary and middle schoolers: body image, peer pressure, social media, family dynamics
- Community service projects and field experiences
- Journaling and reflection as tools for emotional growth
BeautiFit Me
"Strong body. Clear mind. Confident girl."
BeautiFit Me redefines what it means to be beautiful — from the inside out. This wellness program combines age-appropriate fitness, nutrition education, and mindful movement to help young girls build a healthy, positive relationship with their bodies. At BeautiFit Me, beauty is not a size or a shape. It is energy, strength, health, and joy.
- Fitness sessions designed for girls ages 10–14 — fun, not competitive
- Nutrition workshops that teach real food literacy, not diet culture
- Body-positive discussions that challenge harmful media messages
- Movement as a tool for confidence and stress relief
Sisters Programs
Leadership, purpose, wellness, and readiness for the road ahead · Ages 15–24
Club Lead New
"Lead your story. Lead your sisters."
Club Lead is the advanced tier of the I Am My Sister Club experience, designed for young women who are ready to step into leadership roles. Participants develop the skills, confidence, and tools to become club facilitators, peer mentors, and community advocates. Club Lead turns participants into leaders — and leaders into changemakers.
- Facilitation training and public speaking development
- Mentorship skills and peer support frameworks
- Community advocacy projects with real-world impact
- A pipeline into I Am My Sister staff and volunteer leadership
Mind Your Mental
"Breaking the silence. Ending the stigma."
Mind Your Mental is a groundbreaking mental health initiative dedicated to giving girls and young women a safe space to explore, understand, and nurture their well-being. In a world where mental health is still stigmatized and overlooked, Mind Your Mental shows up with honesty, community, and real resources — because feeling it doesn't mean you have to face it alone.
- Safe, facilitated group spaces for honest mental health conversation
- Workshops on anxiety, depression, grief, identity, and stress
- Connection to professional mental health resources and referrals
- School and community partnerships to bring programming where girls are
SisterTech
"The future is built by girls who code."
SisterTech is I Am My Sister's technology and digital skills program, designed to close the gender gap in tech by opening doors for girls who may never have imagined themselves in a tech career. Through hands-on workshops, bootcamps, and mentorship from women in STEM, SisterTech teaches not just technical skills — but the confidence to use them.
- Coding, web development, app design, and digital literacy workshops
- Tech bootcamps and weekend intensives for deeper skill-building
- Mentorship from women in STEM and tech careers
- Pathways to internships, scholarships, and career exploration
My Defining Moments
"Your story is still being written — own every chapter."
My Defining Moments is a narrative and personal development program that invites young women to examine the pivotal experiences that have shaped them — and decide who they want to become. Through storytelling, journaling, facilitated workshops, and peer connection, participants learn to name their experiences, own their narratives, and move forward with intention and purpose.
- Narrative-based workshops on identity, resilience, and personal power
- Guided journaling and reflective storytelling
- Group sessions that build trust, empathy, and deep connection
- A culminating showcase where participants share their stories
The Studio at My Big Sister's Closet
"Fashion finds. Sisterhood vibes. Career ready."
The Studio at My Big Sister's Closet is more than a clothing space — it's a full sisterhood experience where style meets empowerment. From middle school through high school, girls access a curated selection of new and gently used clothing, develop professional dress sense, and participate in Style Works, our workforce readiness sub-program that connects fashion confidence to career preparation.
- Style Works — workforce readiness through personal branding and professional dress
- Pop-up Studio events at schools and community partner locations
- A judgment-free, dignified shopping experience for all
- Style workshops connecting image, confidence, and career
Sisterhood University
"Your education doesn't stop — it expands."
Sisterhood University is I Am My Sister's flagship learning program for young adult women — a structured curriculum that bridges personal development, professional readiness, and community leadership. Through courses, workshops, and mentorship cohorts, participants gain the knowledge, skills, and network to step confidently into their next chapter.
- Curriculum covering leadership, financial literacy, career development, and wellness
- Certificate programs and credentialed coursework
- Mentorship cohorts pairing participants with accomplished women
- A community of women investing in each other's growth
Sisters
Big Sisters Programs
For the women who are ready to grow, lead, and give back · Ages 25+
BeautiFit Me — Big Sisters
"Because wellness doesn't have an age limit."
BeautiFit Me expands to serve women 25 and older — because the need for a healthy, joyful relationship with your body doesn't stop when you graduate. This program provides adult women with community-centered fitness, evidence-based nutrition guidance, and body-positive wellness practices that fit real women's real lives.
- Fitness and movement sessions designed for adult women's bodies and schedules
- Nutrition and wellness education grounded in body positivity
- Stress management, sleep, and holistic health workshops
- A community of women holding each other accountable and lifted
From the Other Side
"You were once her. Now be the reason she makes it."
From the Other Side is a mentorship and community program for women 25 and older who want to pour back into the next generation. This program equips Big Sisters with mentorship skills, a peer community of like-minded women, and structured opportunities to show up for the girls still on their way. The sisterhood doesn't end at 24 — it evolves.
- Mentor training and ongoing facilitation support
- Structured mentorship matches with Sisters and Little Sisters in IAMS programs
- A peer network of women committed to giving back
- Leadership opportunities within the I Am My Sister organization
Health.
Essentials.
Resources.
H.E.R. Box is a free monthly care package program delivering menstrual hygiene products, personal care essentials, a handwritten affirmation card, and a wellness resource directly to the doors of girls ages 10–18 in Nassau County and New York City. Every month. No cost to her or her family. Ever.
What's Inside Every Box
- Menstrual hygiene products — pads and/or tampons, her preference
- Personal care essentials — feminine wipes and care items
- A handwritten affirmation card from a community volunteer — addressed to her by name
- A monthly wellness resource — health insert, self-care guide, or program invitation
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Ages
All-Ages & Community Programs
Programs that meet our community where it is — in schools, organizations, and online
The Media Empowerment Project
"Know what you're watching. Own what you say."
The Media Empowerment Project equips teens and young adults with the critical thinking skills, media literacy tools, and creative confidence to navigate — and shape — the digital world. In an age where content influences everything, we help participants decode media messages, recognize bias and misinformation, and use their voices as tools for advocacy and authentic expression.
- Media literacy workshops on bias, misinformation, and critical consumption
- Hands-on content creation: video, social media, and digital storytelling
- Advocacy training using digital platforms as community tools
- Available as school residencies and community workshops
Seminars & Workshops
I Am My Sister is available to deliver one-day and multi-day seminars and workshops at schools, churches, housing communities, community centers, and organizations across Nassau County and New York City.
Every session is tailored to the specific needs of the audience — from a single workshop for a school's girls' group to a multi-day retreat for a youth organization. Some of our most requested topics:
Ready to Bring IAMS to Your Community?
We partner with schools, houses of worship, community organizations, and youth programs to bring our programming directly to the girls who need it. Let's build something together.
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