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MAUI GEMS
Girls Educational Mentorship & Self-Discovery
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MAUI GEMS is a mentorship-based youth development program serving girls in Maui County, ages 13–19. The program supports girls during a critical stage of development by strengthening self-awareness, communication skills, emotional resilience, and connection with trusted adults and community mentors.
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MAUI GEMS is offered through What Makes You Feel Beautiful, a Maui-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to nurturing self-worth, belonging, and opportunity for girls and young women.
How MAUI GEMS Supports Girls
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MAUI GEMS is built around three interconnected areas of growth:
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Self-Discovery
Participants develop emotional awareness, confidence, and self-trust through guided reflection, discussion, and skill-building activities.
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Communication & Healthy Relationships
Girls strengthen communication skills, boundary-setting, and tools for navigating peer and adult relationships.
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Mentorship & Real-World Exposure
Participants connect with local women mentors and explore future pathways through community-based learning, career exploration, and hands-on experiences.
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Program Format
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Small-group sessions
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Offered seasonally and annually
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Facilitated by trained adults and community mentors
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Adaptable for school-based or community-based settings
Summer Internship Opportunity
As part of MAUI GEMS, eligible participants may take part in a summer internship with What Makes You Feel Beautiful, focused on leadership development, community engagement, and skill-building.
Internship opportunities vary by year based on program capacity and funding.
Who MAUI GEMS Serves
MAUI GEMS serves girls ages 13–19 across Maui County. For participants under 18, parental consent is required.
The program is designed to be inclusive and responsive to the diverse experiences of girls growing up on Maui.
Why MAUI GEMS Matters
Adolescent girls face increasing levels of stress, social pressure, and challenges related to confidence, identity, and belonging. MAUI GEMS provides consistent mentorship, practical life skills, and supportive relationships that help girls feel seen, capable, and connected to their community.
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