Chezuba talks: Impact stories

Ep-240: Solo, Strong, and Supported: The SMORE Journey.


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Gail Showalter, the visionary behind SMORE (Single Moms Overjoyed, Rejuvenated, and Empowered). Gail shares her journey as a single mother for 16 years, overcoming challenges and later founding SMORE to support single mothers in achieving educational and career goals.

SMORE focuses on empowering single mothers by providing them with opportunities to earn degrees in fields such as social work, nursing, and business. Gail's passion for education that leads to employment stems from her own experiences and the belief in equipping women with the tools to thrive independently.

In this episode, Gail discusses the transformative impact of SMORE, emphasizing how education breaks the cycle of poverty for many single-parent households.

Through personalized support, including financial assistance, mentorship, and emotional guidance, SMORE ensures that each participant can navigate the challenges of pursuing higher education.

Highlighting success stories, Gail shares how SMORE graduates have gone on to make significant contributions in fields like social work, positively impacting their communities. She also outlines SMORE's future goals, including expanding their reach to support more single mothers and securing sustainable funding to continue their impactful programs.

Don't miss this insightful episode of "Chezuba Talks" as we celebrate the resilience and achievements of single mothers and explore how organizations like SMORE are making a lasting difference.

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