Wednesday, July 24, 2013

Community Focus - West Side Community House - Youth Programs - SISTERHOOD





In an effort to promote our community's unique programming and services here is information about the West Side Community House's (WSCH) Youth Program, Sisterhood that focuses girls and young women ages 10 to 18.

A live performance is scheduled for Monday August 9th - see the flyer below.

The Sisterhood Program is headed by WSCH Youth Services Director, Allison “Ms. Ali” McClain and a cadre of artists and volunteers. 

"West Side Community House has provided services to children and youth since 1890.  Current programs are geared toward building strong educational values, self-esteem, self-discipline and independence.  We provide children with the opportunity to learn and grow in preparation of becoming self-sufficient adults and to recognize their fullest potential.  Please take a look at our Sisterhood and Summer of Sisterhood programs to learn more."


 


What is Sisterhood?

Sisterhood is an after-school and summer arts program (Summer of Sisterhood) that prepares girls ages 10 - 18 for womanhood and their life beyond.  Throughout the school year, arts and creativity are interwoven into the cycles (see list below). 

During eight weeks of the summer, Summer of Sisterhood continues its drive to help girls reach their fullest potential as we focus on a specific arts project designed to teach the girls how creative expression can transform a community and positively impact public perception.

Sisterhood fosters a belief in girls’ self-worth based on their skills, unique talents, and spirituality rather than on appearance, popularity, sexuality or negative gender and racial stereotypes.

Sisterhood encourages and challenges young women to be strong and independent, to exercise self-discipline, to respect themselves and one another, to value education, and to know when and how to give help and receive it.

The following are five YouTube videos created by Sisterhood as part of their "Cleveland Girls Rock" Music Video Diary.




World Premiere of "Dreams and Nightmares" - Published on Aug 27, 2012 - This is 1 of 5 music videos from the Cleveland Girls Rock DVD - a summer arts project (2012 Summer of Sisterhood) at West Side Community House. All songs written and performed by 2011 Summer of Sisterhood participants.



World Premiere of "Just Wait and See" - Published on Sep 11, 2012 - This is 2 of 5 music videos from the Cleveland Girls Rock DVD - a summer arts project (2012 Summer of Sisterhood) at West Side Community House. All songs written and performed by 2011 Summer of Sisterhood participants.



Cleveland Girls Rock - Published on Oct 12, 2012 - This is 3 of 5 music videos from the Cleveland Girls Rock DVD - a summer arts project (2012 Summer of Sisterhood) at West Side Community House. All songs written and performed by 2011 Summer of Sisterhood participants.



Tylenol and Tissue - Published on Nov 26, 2012 - This is 4 of 5 music videos from the Cleveland Girls Rock DVD - a summer arts project (2012 Summer of Sisterhood) at West Side Community House. All songs written and performed by 2011 Summer of Sisterhood participants.



Come to My City - Published on Dec 5, 2012 - This is 5 of 5 music videos from the Cleveland Girls Rock DVD - a summer arts project (2012 Summer of Sisterhood) at West Side Community House. All songs written and performed by 2011 Summer of Sisterhood participants





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