EMPOWERYOU

our direct response to the need for professional development that fosters self-determination, authentic self-expression, and impactful leadership, ultimately reshaping global influence.

why our program?

We provide a supportive and affirming environment for participants to fully embrace their authentic selves, fiercely amplify their voices, articulate their distinct value, and confidently navigate the professional world. Through targeted development in self-discovery, professional branding, and effective self-advocacy, our goal is to cultivate a new generation of leaders and entrepreneurs who are not only professionally capable but also deeply rooted in their authentic selves, ready to drive positive change within their communities and beyond, and fundamentally reshape global influence.

Are you a….

  • Recent graduate looking for guidance as they enter the workforce for the first time

  • Student nearing graduation who want to build job-readiness skills before finishing school

  • Career changer exploring a new industry or professional path

  • Professional re-entering the workforce / unemployed individual  after a break due to caregiving, relocation, health,  or other life events

You’ve come to the right place!

10+ speakers and mentors

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10+ participants

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4 weeks

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10+ speakers and mentors · 10+ participants · 4 weeks ·

our pillars

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    Building Authentic Identity

    To foster deep self-understanding and acceptance of one's unique identity, particularly as it intersects with Asian cultural backgrounds, enabling individuals to fully embrace their authentic selves.

    How?
    Self-discovery workshops, facilitated dialogues on cultural intersectionality, personal narrative development exercises, and community reflection sessions. This pillar helps participants explore their heritage, values, and personal strengths as foundations for culturally-rooted leadership.

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    Articulating Unique Value (Building Your Brand):

    To equip participants with the skills to confidently showcase their authentic selves and fiercely amplify their voices in professional and public settings.

    How?
    Strength-based professional branding workshops, strategies for cultivating an authentic digital presence (e.g., LinkedIn, personal websites), and purposeful networking techniques designed to establish an influential network. This pillar focuses on translating personal identity into a compelling professional narrative that redefines Asian prominence.

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    Confidence and Self-Advocacy

    To empower participants with the tools and confidence to speak up for themselves, establish healthy boundaries, and thrive in various environments, thereby advancing shared progress.

    How?

    Impactful communication skills training, informed disclosure strategies (e.g., neurodivergence, cultural background), effective accommodation requests, boundary setting techniques, and constructive conflict resolution. This pillar builds resilience and empowers participants to navigate challenges effectively, becoming bold advocates for themselves and their communities.

june 2026 cohort

The workshops are going to be led and run by qualified Directory members, ensuring practical, real-world insights and mentorship from established leaders. There will be mentors will provide guidance, share their experiences as a professional and what it’s like being in the workforce.

Program Duration: 4 weeks

  • Workshop: Introduction to self-discovery frameworks and dialogue on cultural intersectionality. Introductions to EmpowerYOU

    Mentor Session: Talk about personal experiences and stories surrounding their own cultural identity journey and cultural narrative talk

  • Workshop: Strategies to translate identity into a compelling professional narrative.

    Mentor Session: Practical focus on developing an authentic digital presence (e.g., LinkedIn) and purposeful networking techniques.

  • Workshop: Training on effective communication skills and establishing healthy boundaries. (advocate)

    Mentor Session: Conduct a workshop practicing effective communication

  • Workshop: Focused training on navigating conflict and advancing shared progress.

    Mentor Session: Conflict resolution case study and debrief

  • "i want to find a community of people with similar interests, goals, and backgrounds. "

    — Incoming Participant

  • "i feel that I'm in a place in my life where i want to pivot and explore other roles that i'm capable in, and also increase my self confidence."

    — Incoming Participant

  • "i also look forward to having mentors to look up to and guide me on this journey. "

    — Incoming Participant

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