A new club has been launched at Scituate High School–and for a club that hasn’t been around long, it has made a lot of progress. The Women’s Empowerment Club seeks to make strides in furthering support and building a community for high school students inside and outside of school.
The Women’s Empowerment Club was started after the 2024 presidential election. When some people were channeling their disappointment or anger in harmful ways, SHS students who were not happy with the results of the election decided to take action in a calm and respectful manner. Consequently, the Women’s Empowerment Club was born as a safe space for students to make an impact in whatever way they could.
While the Women’s Empowerment Club is still working on raising awareness and expanding their membership, they have already participated in holiday gift wrapping with the Girl Scouts and senior citizens, and they are currently working with the Cheyenne River Youth Project to help sponsor a prom. Work like this can become inspiring to everyone around the school and help make the world a better place. The club is not only supporting women, but it’s also helping to improve society as a whole.
Beyond charity work, Women’s Empowerment Club members are also participating in Donuts and Dividends. This program helps women plan for their financial future and teaches them self-defense so they feel prepared and safe before going off on their own. In addition, they also fundraise for a women’s homeless shelter in Boston.
The club’s main goals include empowering women, giving them a safe space, and lifting other people up through their support. In their short time at SHS, the club has taken action in several ways, and they will continue to do more.
If you’re thinking about joining the Women’s Empowerment Club, their meetings are typically held after school on Tuesdays in room 203, Ms. Hayden’s room. Meetings do not interfere with sports practices, as the club is very accommodating and inclusive. According to current club members, “It’s a valuable experience for all high school students.”