About EmpowerEd Youth

Our Story

Since 2022, our founder, Shaivi, has been working with underserved youth in the Houston community. When she first started mentoring them, Shaivi was shocked to learn that some of these 11 and 12-year-old kids could not read or do basic math problems. However, she has discovered that if they are given an opportunity or a resource to help them, they have the capacity and mindset to succeed and do amazing things. Many of them face difficult situations at home, such as drug and alcohol addiction, where their parents are often unable to provide adequate support for their academic, emotional, and physical well-being. These challenges include limited access to educational resources, financial constraints, and a lack of support systems for emotional and physical health.

Shaivi decided to take action and create a platform where these kids could thrive. After the pandemic, she founded EmpowerEd Youth, an organization dedicated to providing educational resources, mentorship, and wellness support to underserved and low-income children. Through EmpowerEd Youth, Shaivi and her team work to bridge the gaps in wellness and educational opportunities, offering digital resources through the website and workshops on topics ranging from STEM and literacy to mental health and physical wellness.

Today, EmpowerEd Youth continues to grow and make a meaningful impact in the lives of many children, providing them with the resources and support they need to overcome challenges and build a brighter future.

“It is not beyond our power to create a world in which all children have access to good education”

— Nelson Mandela