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Programs for Single Moms

Programs for Single Moms Programs for Single Moms

Our Mission

Empowering Single Moms, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) committed to educating, housing and restoring single mothers receiving federal assistance by conducting self-sufficiency training, conflict resolution, and educational programs.

ESM, Inc. Context

An African American Single Mom wearing a graduation cap and gown hugs her daughter.

In 1996, Congress’s enactment of "welfare reform" explicitly discouraged states from offering under-served mothers chances to pursue post-secondary education. The law, Temporary Assistance to Needy Families, called for “work first,” requiring states to push these mothers into immediate employment. Female heads of households, arguably the most vulnerable in our country, were suddenly told to "become self-sufficient" – and were prodded to do so without access to an educational ladder.  

MEET OUR BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Founder and President, Dr. Crystal Edwards

Dr. Crystal M. Edwards

Ahmani Nkwodimmah MBA

Dr. Crystal M. Edwards

Founder & President

Ayoka Blandford

Ahmani Nkwodimmah MBA

Dr. Crystal M. Edwards

Executive Director

Vice President, Ahmani Nkwodimmah

Ahmani Nkwodimmah MBA

Ahmani Nkwodimmah MBA

Ahmani Nkwodimmah MBA

 Vice President 

Jemyl Lindsey

Aliya Catanch- Bradley M.Ed.

Ahmani Nkwodimmah MBA

Secretary

Bryan Singletary

Aliya Catanch- Bradley M.Ed.

Aliya Catanch- Bradley M.Ed.

Treasurer

Aliya Catanch- Bradley M.Ed.

Aliya Catanch- Bradley M.Ed.

Aliya Catanch- Bradley M.Ed.

Community Outreach Administrator

ESM, Inc. Information

ESM Brochure (pdf)

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ESM One pager (pdf)

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Partnership

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2022 Accomplishments

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