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The Greater Lansing African Female Empowerment Program (GLAFEP) is a collaboration program between Woven Vessels International Ministry (WVI) and the African Female Student Empowerment Program (AFSEP) at Michigan State University.

The program is now open to teenage girls of African descent: African Americans, African Asian, African Mexican, Afro-Latino, etc.

Initially, it was for African students who were either resettled or are children of parents resettled in the Greater Lansing area from war-torn countries and/or refugee camps. A family stays an average of 6 years in a camp, therefore, a 10 year old child could be about 16 years of age before entering the United States. Most of the camps do not have a structured education system. Assuming a child whose last class was fourth grade in their country, will likely be placed in the tenth grade upon arrival - regardless of the language barrier.

We all gather in a safe space to connect, share ideas, and learn from one another.


How do we fill this knowledge and skills gap? See Gallery

 GLAFEP meets monthly to promote basic norms and cultural assimilation through presentations, lectures, and volunteerism. This is a one-of-a-kind outreach program where African University female students join hands with other African female in the community to:
  
 

 

 
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​“If you see someone without a smile, give them one of yours.” – Dolly Parton


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GLAFEP YOUTH LEADERS 2021-2022
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FLora Kulang
VICE PRESIDENT

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IMANI LOVE
SECRETARY
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Chierie Chieh
PRESIDENT

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SIERRA GRANT
SOCIAL DIRECTOR
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​ALICE NDAGIJIMANA
TREASURER

 GLAFEP advisory board

Encouraging our youth to explore the mind-body connection, emotional literacy, and self-awareness
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Sheba Onchiri
​MSU-AFSEP

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damaris choti
MSU-AFSEP

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​Much appreciation to our sponsors.
African Women's Development Fund USA        Helping Women Period                        Capital Region Community Foundation
(AWDF USA)                             

  P.O. BOX 466                                                               P. O. Box 4544                                        330 Marshall St., Suite 300
  Bloomfield, New Jersey 07003                                 East Lansing, MI 48826                          Lansing, MI 48912
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  • Home
    • About us
    • Our Board & Staff
    • Our History
    • Frequently Asked Questions
  • How we do it
    • WHAT WE DO >
      • Assist Newcomers
      • Advocacy
    • Community Resources
    • Resources
    • Testamonials
  • Donate
    • Photo Gallery
  • Programs & Projects
    • Greater Lansing African Female Empowerment Program
    • Ball4All Summer Soccer Camp
    • Center for Cultural Empowerment
    • Pathway to Citizenship
  • CONTACT US