Events

Sign up now for the 2019-20 Session!

We are committed to connecting and empowering girls in San Diego County through providing leadership programs, increasing awareness/education, and hosting empowerment events which increase self-esteem & confidence. The F.A.N.C.Y. Teen Girls Leadership Academy is a DETOUR youth development mentorship program which places an emphasis on improving the self-esteem and self-awareness of teen girls ages 11-17.

Girls have the opportunity to engage in discussion, interact with others to share their stories, connect with community mentors and learn work experience through volunteering. Outcomes include increased self-esteem, confidence, and leadership skills while also receiving education and career field guidance.

Program Benefits:

-Promote strengthening self-esteem
-Development of interpersonal and communication skills
-Provide leadership opportunities
-Promote community service and volunteer involvement
-A social support system of like-minded teens
-Mentor assistance Parental Updates: Grades, School Progress, Field Trips

Orientation is August 24th from 1:00 – 2:30 PM.
So, click here to Apply Today!

Program information can be found here: http://detourempowers.org/leadership-academy/

SAN DIEGO!!!

The wait is almost over! Cut By James is gearing up, and can’t wait to put on “CUT – The Hair and Barber Show, Round 2”!!! Last years show was EPIC, and this year will be even Bigger and Better!

Come out and meet, consult with, and cheer on San Diego’s Premier Barber’s and Stylist as they compete and showcase their skills/craft! Enjoy a fully catered dinner buffet and dessert bar, along with a cash bar with crafted cocktails! Raffled prizes will be given away to conclude the show, and don’t forget to snap a couple of keepsake complimentary photos at the photo booth!

Our entertainment line up will be even greater this year!!! We’ve got Music Artist, Comedians, Dancers, and a Fashion Show, and so much more!

Save The Date: AUGUST 18, 2019!!! It will definitely be one for the books!!!

PUSHOUT:THE CRIMINALIZATION OF BLACK GIRLS IN SCHOOLS is a feature length documentary which takes a close look at the educational, judicial and societal disparities facing Black Girls. Inspired by the groundbreaking book of the same name by renowned scholar, Monique W. Morris, Ed.D. The documentary confronts the ways in which the misunderstanding of Black girlhood has led to excessive punitive discipline which in turn disrupts one of the most important factors in their lives, their education.Inspired by the groundbreaking book of the same name by renowned scholar, Monique W. Morris, Ed.D. The documentary confronts the ways in which the misunderstanding of Black girlhood has led to excessive punitive discipline which in turn disrupts one of the most important factors in their lives, their education.
Panel discussion to follow!
This event is sponsored by:
-Electrical Workers Minority Caucus
-Councilmember Monica Montgomery
-DETOUR/FANCY Teen Girls
-Saving Our Starfish
-Motivation.In.Action (MIA)
-March for Black Women SD
-The Steppe Family Trust
– #hoMEwork

How are you supporting Girls of Color? Join us to share your knowledge and get involved in the All About Girls of Color Initiative!

As a community leader and major stakeholder invested in the well-being of Girls of Color – please accept this invitation to join us as we host our first Community Conversation with a group of individuals doing amazing work within their sector to move the needle towards positive outcomes for Girls of Color.
Our goal through facilitating a “community conversation” with key stakeholders who are passionate about the well-being of Girls Of Color – youth, parents, educators, nonprofit service providers, community partners, and employers – is to solicit your input on what is working well, what is not working, to identify unfulfilled needs, and to think creatively about new opportunities for programming, partnership and collaboration.
This event will be hosted by:
Tinesia Conwright, Founder & Executive Director, DETOUR/FANCY Teen Girls Expo & Leadership Academy (www.detourempowers.org)

All About Girls of Color Initiative
The All About Girls of Color Initiative unites individuals passionate about youth equity and inclusion to reduce the exclusionary practices and marginalization of girls of color by providing training on current trends impacting them and evidence-based practices for supporting and engaging girls of color around these trends.

Somali Family Service seeks to empower girls, especially within San Diego’s immigrant and refugee communities, by providing them with the ability to defend themselves against attacks. In light of San Diego’s alarming human trafficking issues and hate crimes targeting girls and women who identify as Muslim, this culturally-inclusive training considers real-life scenarios and offers valuable insight and resource information. Refreshments provided.

Come volunteer at the 2020 FANCY Teen Girls Expo!