To build a Panama where no young woman leaving a shelter or vulnerable environment has to face adulthood alone. A nation where every young woman has access to education, employment, emotional support, and spiritual guidance, turning her story into hope for others.
To accompany and empower young Panamanian women transitioning out of protective shelters, providing them with housing, education, employment, and holistic support for six months, enabling them to live independently, with stability and purpose.
Employment Support
Housing
Spiritual Guidance
Training
helping participants achieve financial independence, emotional stability, and a sense of purpose
Women aged 17 to 21, graduates of shelters or in extreme vulnerability
Demonstrated academic merit and personal commitment
Enrolled or applying to a university or technical programs
Willing to work, save, and actively participate in workshops
Interested in deepening their faith and spiritual life
Maintain good academic performance and report grades montly
Complete all workshops and training sessions
Attend Sunday church services and participate in faith-based activities
Work and save consistently for post-program independence.
Keep all shared spaces clean and orderly
Serve as mentors for the following year’s participants and also for any projects run by The Purpose Lab