Upcoming Events
Ignited For Life 2024
Are you ready to unlock your full potential and discover your passions? Through a variety of engaging and interactive activities, participants will learn about the importance of setting goals, staying motivated, and overcoming obstacles. This event will provide young people with the tools and inspiration they need to achieve their dreams.
So come join us and be prepared to be inspired!
Previous Events & Related News
Articles highlighting these events are posted on the Henry Co. Herald’s website and summarized below.
McDonough Resident Aims to Build Character and Confidence of Young Girls
The article discusses the event and how the program is aimed to educate young girls on various topics such as financial literacy, health, critical thinking, and self-care.
Sharlene Sanders is organizing the second annual Ignite My Fire conference aimed at empowering young girls in Henry County and surrounding areas. The event, scheduled for March 23 at Shiloh Baptist Church Family Life Center, expects over 100 attendees from various counties.
Highlights include a panel of pageant-winning teens serving as mentors, promoting confidence and character-building activities. Claudia Fether’s organization, Bless The Dress, an approved affiliate of Becca’s Closet, will provide prom dresses for attendees in need. Workshops will cover STEM activities, financial literacy, mental wellness, and job readiness.
Damacia Howard, the reigning 2024 USA National Miss Georgia, will lead activities and participate in panel discussions. The event aims to inspire young girls to pursue their passions, offering opportunities for young entrepreneurs to showcase their talents.
McDonough Mayor Sandra Vincent Declares August 27th Ignite My Fire Day
The article discusses the event and how the program is aimed to educate young boys on various topics such as financial literacy, health, critical thinking, and self-care.
Representatives from different industries including Henry County Sheriff’s Office, Atlanta Fire and Rescue, the military, and local businesses including Google, Rap Plug Academy, Delta TechOps and Global Entertainment Group film discussed career opportunities with attendees.
Workshops like the Beats X Books Lab focused on songwriting and music production, while ENGAGEathon and AI Nerd provided students with the chance to pitch business ideas. Winners received prizes such as strategy planning sessions and other gifts.
McDonough Mayor Sandra Vincent honored our founder Sharlene Sanders with a proclamation declaring August 27th as Ignite My Fire Day. Overall, the event aimed to inspire curiosity and expose attendees to potential future paths.