mPOWERd 4 LIFE Girls Network

We developed the Power Source as a resource tool for three reasons - 1. To help you 2. To educate you, 3. To provide information for you to share with your friends. My personal goal is to make sure you have all the tools you need to make wise decisions in life. If you have a need & the resource is not listed, please email us and we will add that resource.

Domestic Violence & Abuse

Believe it or not, there are teens that are in domestic violence and abusive relationships. These relationships are not healthy and they are not God's plan for your life. If you are in an abusive relationship, call 1-800-799-SAFE (7233) - 1-800-787-3224 (TTY). You can also visit the National Domestic Violence Hotline website at www.ndvh.org.

Sexually Transmitted Diseases & Infections

STDs/STIs affect people of all ages, backgrounds, and from all walks of life - in the U.S. alone there are approximately 15 million new cases each year. Getting the facts about STDs/STIs and sexual health is increasingly important. To lean about STDs/STIs visit the American Social Health Association at www.ashastd.org.

Physical Health & Fitness

Taking care of your body is very important. You have to eat right, get the proper rest, drink plenty of water, exercise, etc.  After all, your body is the temple of the Holy Spirit. To learn more about physical health, log on to TeenHealth @ www.teenhealth.org, Girls Health @ www.girlshealth.gov, or GoGirlGo! & www.gogirlgo.com. 

Alcohol & Drug Prevention

Abstinence not only applies to sex, but also to alcohol and drugs. They are poison to your body. It is very important for you to know & understand this and not allow any poisons to enter your body. Here is a great website on alcohol & drug prevention www.health.org/govpubs/phd688.

Puberty, Periods & Hygiene

Growing from a girl to a woman is a beautiful experience. However, there are issues that have to be addressed concerning puberty, periods and hygiene that are a must. Here are a couple of great websites for you to check out to answer any questions you may have - www.always.com and www.beinggirl.com.