Virginia Team

Kiara Brown, Ph.D

Site Director

Mentor and Leadership Academy & SumHER Works,



"Volunteering and being a R.E.A.L. Girlz over the past two years has been an incredibly meaningful experience. It’s a privilege to support and empower young women during such a critical time in their personal and academic development. Being part of their growth, helping them build confidence, and watching them discover their potential reminds me of the power of guidance, encouragement, and community."

McKenzie Page

Program Manager- SumHER Works


Being a R.E.A.L. Girlz means embracing your true self, valuing individuality & committing to being authentic!

SumHER Experience Team

Kimberly Cheatham

Program Manager

SumHer Experience



"Being a R.E.A.L Girlz means you are empowered to gain confidence, courage and strength to overcome and adversity and obstacle that may come your way in life. "


Nakiah Hunter

Program Assistant

SumHER Experience


"To be a R.E.A.L. Girlz is to have confidence in who you are, to LOVE yourself, to want to learn more about life and what it has to offer, and most importantly to have the motivation to become who you want to be."

Milani Cargill

Program Assistant

SumHER Experience



"“To be a REAL Girlz means being a leader and providing a safe space for others to exist.”




Maryland Team

Brianne Bobb-Semple

Site Coordinator

"R.E.A.L Girlz means to have a safe and empowering sisterhood where girls can grow, lead and embrace their true greatness while supporting one another and grow as a young woman."