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Educate, Inspire, Empower
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Upcoming Events
- (Virtual) Muslim Women's Financial Wellness & Halal Investing Workshop Series with My Finance SisMultiple DatesSat, Jun 27Virtual Event via Google Meet
"SCWEN has had a meaningful impact on my professional journey. Through this community, I learned about a free Technology Fellowship. After connecting with a fellow member who was incredibly encouraging and informative, I felt truly supported. It’s inspiring to be part of a group of women who genuinely want to see one another succeed. Alhamdulillah, I was accepted into the fellowship, and I am grateful to be part of a community that fosters connection, support, and opportunity."
~ Fanta D. (SCWEN Member)
Current Opportunities
Sera Janneh Scholarship
In honor of a beloved SCWEN member who was one of the victims of the Bronx Twin Park East fires in January 2022, SCWEN is offering 4 scholarships, totaling $2,500 to rising and current college students to aide in their secondary educational journey.
The Scholarship Application is COMING SOON.
Stay tuned!
SCWEN Fellowship Program
Our executive team is looking to increase the capacity of the organization while providing meaningful leadership pathways for the next generation. As a fellow, you will work closely with a member of our leadership team in the areas of grant writing/non-profit management, social media/website, and event/program coordinating to help advance SCWEN’s strategic vision for the year. Apply Today!
Our Impact
Since 2014, SCWEN has accomplished a lot despite our small team.
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our college access events have reached more than 300 members of our community
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launched in 2020 a digital resource guide with over 20 pages of resources
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our multi-generational mentorship program that brought together 70 African girls and women
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In 2019 we were nominated for the Senegambian Awards Gala community organization category.
Support Us
The Smiling Coast Women Empowerment Network (SCWEN) aims to provide guidance and support for young women as they strive for empowerment, higher education, and embracing their Muslim-West-African-American identity.
Your donations are greatly appreciated and allow us to continue our powerful work.