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 Explore initiatives that inspire growth, connection, and empowerment. Whether you’re joining a workshop, volunteering, or participating in events, Pathways provides the tools and community you need to shine. 

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Girls are Ready for Life

Pathways to Empowerment founder Aisha Lake shares the heart and vision behind the organization — inspiring girls to discover their purpose, build confidence, and create lasting change in their lives and communities. Hear how Pathways began, what drives our mission, and the impact we’re creating together. 


Ongoing

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Empower & Connect - Self Awareness

Our Monthly Member Meet-Ups are designed to nurture personal growth and strengthen community connections. Held once a month for 1.5 hours, each session focuses on key areas of our mission on Personal development.  Meet-ups are led by our in-house team or special guest speakers.  

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Empower & Connect - Communication

Our Monthly Member Meet-Ups are designed to nurture personal growth and strengthen community connections. Held once a month for 1.5 hours, each session focuses on key areas of our mission on Personal development.  Meet-ups are led by our in-house team or special guest speakers.  Add a description about this item

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Empower & Connect - Health Relationships

Our Monthly Member Meet-Ups are designed to nurture personal growth and strengthen community connections. Held once a month for 1.5 hours, each session focuses on key areas of our mission on Personal development.  Meet-ups are led by our in-house team or special guest speakers.  

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Empower & Connect - Mental Health

Our Monthly Member Meet-Ups are designed to nurture personal growth and strengthen community connections. Held once a month for 1.5 hours, each session focuses on key areas of our mission on Personal development.  Meet-ups are led by our in-house team or special guest speakers.  

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Empower & Connect - Financial Literacy

Our Monthly Member Meet-Ups are designed to nurture personal growth and strengthen community connections. Held once a month for 1.5 hours, each session focuses on key areas of our mission on Personal development.  Meet-ups are led by our in-house team or special guest speakers.  

Upcoming Events

9/2025 - 5/2025

Empower & Connect Afterschool Empowerment Sessions

4pm

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5pm

Polo Road Park

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9/2025 - 5/2025

Empower & Connect Afterschool Empowerment Sessions

In partnership with Richland County Recreation Commission (RCRC)

We’re excited to bring monthly afterschool sessions that help girls grow in ...

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4pm

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5pm

Polo Road Park

Past Events






10/25/2025

State of the Black Girls: Whats really at Stake Conference

All day

Midlands Technical College Airport Campus

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10/25/2025

State of the Black Girls: Whats really at Stake Conference

 Pathways to Empowerment hosted The Art of Being You, a dynamic workshop that encouraged teens to explore self-identity, confidence, and aut...

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All day

Midlands Technical College Airport Campus

07/2025

Exposure Event : Charlotte NC

All day

Charlotte NC

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07/2025

Exposure Event : Charlotte NC

Pathways to Empowerment hosted an exposure trip in Charlotte, NC, where the girls stayed downtown, shared meals, and enjoyed meaningful conv...

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All day

Charlotte NC

06/2025 - 08/ 2025

P2E Summer Sessions

Various Locations

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06/2025 - 08/ 2025

P2E Summer Sessions

This summer, Pathways to Empowerment is with Local Parks & Recreation ! We’re hosting a series of fun, engaging workshops. Each one rooted i...

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Various Locations

4/29/2025

Daddy & Me Brunch

11:30 am

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1: 00 pm

UASC Academy

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4/29/2025

Daddy & Me Brunch

A special brunch celebrating the bond between fathers and daughters. At Uhuru Academy Event Space, a heartfelt time of connection, conversat...

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11:30 am

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1: 00 pm

UASC Academy

4/18/2025

Cash Crews Sessions

7pm - 8pm

ONE Columbia 1013 Duke Avenue Columbia SC 29203

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4/18/2025

Cash Crews Sessions

 Join us for the Cash Crew Session with Princess Empowerment & Boys II Men.  hosted by Pathways to Empowerment! This engaging workshop is sp...

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7pm - 8pm

ONE Columbia 1013 Duke Avenue Columbia SC 29203

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Past Events

Ongoing

Monthly Member Meet-Ups

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Ongoing

Monthly Member Meet-Ups

Our Monthly Member Meet-Ups are designed to nurture personal growth and strengthen community connections. Held once a month for 1.5 hours, e...

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10/3/2024

Celebrate with Us-One Year of Pathways to Empowerment !

All day

Virtual (Online)

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10/3/2024

Celebrate with Us-One Year of Pathways to Empowerment !

On Thursday, October 3, 2024, we are thrilled to celebrate our first anniversary as a nonprofit organization in South Carolina. This milesto...

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All day

Virtual (Online)

05/07/2024

Midlands Gives

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ongoing

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05/07/2024

Midlands Gives

Midlands Gives unites our region, raising money and awareness for local nonprofits across 11 Midlands counties. This year, Pathways to Empow...

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ongoing

09/14/2024

Powering Hearts & Minds

8 am

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5 pm

Meadowlake Park 600 Beckman Rd Columbia SC 29203

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09/14/2024

Powering Hearts & Minds

Mental Health Matters! 

Join us for our first  “Powering Hearts & Minds”

Mental Health Awareness 5k as we advocate for education about mental ...

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8 am

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5 pm

Meadowlake Park 600 Beckman Rd Columbia SC 29203

06/23/2024

Appreciation Brunch

10 am

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2 pm

UASC Event Space HOPKINS SC 29061

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06/23/2024

Appreciation Brunch

A heartwarming Appreciation Event Celebrating the incredible women—mothers, mentors, grandmothers, and community leaders—who uplift and insp...

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10 am

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2 pm

UASC Event Space HOPKINS SC 29061

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