The mission at Make Momma Proud (MMP) is to assist youth with future aspiration goals and grief counseling support that are coping with the loss of a parent in the Chicagoland area.
The space will be used for a program we have called the Life Skills Training Seminars (LSTS). The program goal is designed to help decrease any long-term negative implications associated with grieving a parent on a youth. The LSTS will teach practical life skills to fill the gap to assist in the transition from childhood into adulthood in the absence of a parent. The seminars will include in-depth conversations and instruction in the areas of saving/budgeting, credit usage, and financial aid for education. To help participants in the area of education, college search and enrollment will be discussed. The career development seminar will focus on exposure to the career interests of the participants. It will involve teaching interviewing skills, resume building and, entrepreneurship. The seminars will also expose participants to best nutrition practices, physical health, self-care, and mental health tips. The program will include panel discussions and hands-on interactive cooking and physical health/yoga demonstrations for the area of health and wellness.
Peerspace is on a mission to bring people together. We believe it is impossible to achieve that goal unless we also fight for equality and access to resources in the communities we serve.
Having a space to gather, create, and exchange ideas is an important part of any movement. In order to magnify voices that are often quieted, Peerspace will sponsor venues for people who challenge prejudice and fight for social justice and equality.
Each quarter, we will sponsor space for three projects that are relevant to our community. These projects can range from fundraisers and educational initiatives to art exhibits and photo series.
