{"id":159,"date":"2026-04-11T03:57:50","date_gmt":"2026-04-11T03:57:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/gav.nah.mybluehost.me\/website_94e289bd\/?page_id=159"},"modified":"2026-05-24T02:01:01","modified_gmt":"2026-05-24T02:01:01","slug":"oya-baltimore","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/ownyourase.org\/website_94e289bd\/","title":{"rendered":"Own Your Ase \u2013 Baltimore"},"content":{"rendered":"<style>\n        \/* =============================================\n           OYA Design System \u2014 ownyourase.com\n           Colors: Black #000000 | Pink #F2B8B4 | Gold #FFCF5A | White #FFFFFF | Maroon #55051C\n           Fonts: Ojuju (headings) | Archivo (body\/nav)\n        ============================================= *\/\n        :root {\n            --oya-black:  #000000;\n            --oya-white:  #FFFFFF;\n            --oya-pink:   #F2B8B4;\n            --oya-gold:   #FFCF5A;\n            --oya-maroon: #55051C;\n            --oya-light:  #FFF3F2;\n            --max-w: 1200px;\n        }\n        * { margin: 0; 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Wellness<\/p>\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<nav>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"#about\">About<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#programs\">Programs<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#impact\">Impact<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#partners\">Partners<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#timeline\">Operation<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"\/website_94e289bd\/meet-the-team\/\">Meet the Team<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#contact\">Contact<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#support\" class=\"nav-cta btn\">Donate<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/nav>\n<\/div>\n<\/header>\n<p><!-- \u2550\u2550 HERO SLIDER \u2550\u2550 --><\/p>\n<section class=\"hero-video-section\" style=\"position:relative;height:620px;overflow:hidden;background:#000;\"><iframe id=\"heroYT\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/oj8BYPf23A4?autoplay=1&#038;mute=1&#038;controls=1&#038;loop=1&#038;playlist=oj8BYPf23A4&#038;rel=0&#038;modestbranding=1&#038;hd=1&#038;vq=hd1080&#038;enablejsapi=1\" style=\"position:absolute;top:50%;left:50%;width:100%;height:56.25vw;min-height:620px;min-width:calc(620px * 16\/9);transform:translate(-50%,-50%);border:none;\" allow=\"autoplay; fullscreen; picture-in-picture; accelerometer; encrypted-media; gyroscope\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><button id=\"ytMuteBtn\" onclick=\"(function(){var f=document.getElementById('heroYT'),m=this.dataset.muted==='1';f.contentWindow.postMessage(JSON.stringify({event:'command',func:m?'unMute':'mute',args:[]}),'*');this.dataset.muted=m?'0':'1';this.innerHTML=m?'&#128266; Mute':'&#128263; Unmute';}).call(this)\" data-muted=\"1\" style=\"position:absolute;bottom:18px;right:18px;z-index:10;background:rgba(0,0,0,.72);color:#fff;border:1px solid rgba(255,255,255,.4);padding:7px 16px;border-radius:4px;cursor:pointer;font-size:13px;font-family:sans-serif;letter-spacing:.5px;\">&#128263; Unmute<\/button><\/section>\n<p><!-- \u2550\u2550 MISSION \u2550\u2550 --><\/p>\n<section class=\"mission-section\" id=\"about\">\n    <img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/ownyourase.org\/website_94e289bd\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/514253763_10163536776964808_866946299400837396_n-Copy.webp?ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"mission-overlay-img\"><\/p>\n<div class=\"mission-inner\">\n<div>\n<p class=\"section-label\">Our Mission<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"mission-headline\">We don&#8217;t just build programs. <em style=\"font-style:normal;color:var(--oya-maroon);\">We build women.<\/em><\/h2>\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p class=\"mission-body\">Own Your Ase (OYA) envisions a Baltimore where girls and young women (ages 8\u201324) have access to high-quality enrichment, mentorship, and sisterhood\u2014empowering them to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. Through leadership development, STEM exploration, rites of passage, and wellness experiences, we cultivate confident, culturally rooted leaders.<\/p>\n<p class=\"mission-body\">Grounded in the principle of Ubuntu\u2014\u201cI am because we are\u201d\u2014our mission is to improve life outcomes for Black and Brown girls and women through a cradle-to-career continuum of culturally responsive programming. We provide holistic, village-centered support that nurtures leadership, honors identity, strengthens wellness, and builds pathways to economic empowerment.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<p><!-- \u2550\u2550 THREE PILLARS \u2550\u2550 --><\/p>\n<section class=\"pillars-section\">\n<div style=\"max-width: var(--max-w); margin: 0 auto;\">\n<p class=\"section-label\">What We Stand For<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"section-title\">Rooted in Culture. Powered by Confidence. Built for Generations.<\/h2>\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"pillars-grid\" style=\"max-width: var(--max-w); margin: 0 auto;\">\n<div class=\"pillar-card\">\n            <img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/ownyourase.org\/website_94e289bd\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/493563634_10163233650869808_5324435850690308918_n.webp?ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"card-bg-img\"><\/p>\n<div class=\"pillar-icon\">\u270a\ud83c\udffe<\/div>\n<h3>Leadership &#038; Resilience<\/h3>\n<p>We prioritize culturally adaptive practice, intergenerational and peer leadership, thought partnership, and shared accountability to build women who lead.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"pillar-card\">\n            <img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/ownyourase.org\/website_94e289bd\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/494188352_9940331329361838_6221775425920383081_n-Copy.webp?ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"card-bg-img\"><\/p>\n<div class=\"pillar-icon\">\ud83c\udf0d<\/div>\n<h3>Community Focus<\/h3>\n<p>Our environments foster academic success, social-emotional growth, and pathways to college, trades, entrepreneurship, and careers\u2014for Baltimore and beyond.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"pillar-card\">\n            <img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/ownyourase.org\/website_94e289bd\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/20260225_103231-2-scaled.webp?ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"card-bg-img\"><\/p>\n<div class=\"pillar-icon\">\ud83c\udf31<\/div>\n<h3>Cradle-to-Career<\/h3>\n<p>Serving ages 8\u201324 across Baltimore with ~1,040 annual program hours through in-school, out-of-school time, seasonal, and hybrid delivery models.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<p><!-- \u2550\u2550 QUOTE CAROUSEL \u2550\u2550 --><\/p>\n<div class=\"oya-quote-wrap\" id=\"oyaQuoteCarousel\" style=\"position:relative;overflow:hidden;height:220px;\">\n<div class=\"oya-qslide qs-yellow qs-cur\">\n<blockquote>\n<p>\u201cIf you want to go fast, go alone. If you want to go far, go together.\u201d<cite>\u2014 West African Proverb<\/cite><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"oya-qslide qs-pink qs-next\">\n<blockquote>\n<p>\u201cYou are perfect as you are, seek progress in all that you do.\u201d<cite>\u2014 Iya Ngina Fatiu<\/cite><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"oya-qslide qs-pink qs-next\">\n<blockquote>\n<p>\u201cMany hands make light work.\u201d<cite>\u2014 African Proverb<\/cite><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><!-- \u2550\u2550 PROGRAMS \u2550\u2550 --><\/p>\n<section class=\"programs-section\" id=\"programs\">\n<div class=\"programs-header\">\n<p class=\"section-label\">Programs<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"section-title\">A Cradle-to-Career Ecosystem<\/h2>\n<p style=\"font-size:16px; color:#555; max-width:760px; line-height:1.7;\">Our ecosystem blends education, culture, and innovation\u2014building a pipeline from early learning to leadership development to workforce pathways, with citywide wellness and culture events.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"programs-subgroup\"><h3 class=\"programs-subgroup-title\">Programs for Girls<\/h3><div class=\"programs-grid\"><div class=\"program-card\">\n            <a href=\"\/website_94e289bd\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/2026-Cohort-1-Keep-It-Kuji-Girls.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/ownyourase.org\/website_94e289bd\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/image1-1.webp?ssl=1\" alt=\"Keep It Kuji Logo\" class=\"program-logo\"><\/a><br \/>\n            <span class=\"program-tag\">School-Year &amp; Summer<\/span><\/p>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/ownyourase.org\/website_94e289bd\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/2026-Cohort-1-Keep-It-Kuji-Girls.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><h3>Keep It Kuji Leadership Academy<\/h3><\/a>\n<p class=\"program-subtitle\">Sister-circle leadership &amp; SEL \u00b7 Ages 8\u201324<\/p>\n<p>Support circles and leadership labs with a dedicated focus on girls from families impacted by incarceration. Builds coping skills, resilience, and academic persistence.<\/p>\n<div class=\"program-actions\">\n                <a href=\"#contact\" class=\"btn btn-primary\">Bring to My Site<\/a><br \/>\n                <a href=\"#support\" class=\"btn btn-outline\">Sponsor<\/a>\n            <\/div>\n<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"program-card\">\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/www.agojiecamp.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"   aria-label=\"Visit Agojie Training Camp website\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/ownyourase.org\/website_94e289bd\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/oyawebsite15-1.webp?ssl=1\" alt=\"Agojie Training Camp Logo\" class=\"program-logo\"><\/a><br \/>\n            <span class=\"program-tag\">Womanhood Development &amp; Wellness<\/span><\/p>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.agojiecamp.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><h3>Agojie Training Camp<\/h3><\/a>\n<p>This camp focuses on womanhood development, physical wellness, and sisterhood, offering girls a transformative summer experience rooted in African warrior tradition and girl power.<\/p>\n<div class=\"card-footer\">\n                <a href=\"https:\/\/www.agojiecamp.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"btn btn-primary\">Get Involved<\/a><br \/>\n                <a href=\"#support\" class=\"btn btn-outline\">Sponsor<\/a>\n            <\/div>\n<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"program-card\">\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/ownyourase.org\/website_94e289bd\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Kween-Code-Flyer.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"   aria-label=\"View Kween Code program PDF\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/ownyourase.org\/website_94e289bd\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/image7.webp?ssl=1\" alt=\"Kween Code Logo\" class=\"program-logo\" data-program=\"kween-code\"><\/a><br \/>\n            <span class=\"program-tag\">STEM &amp; Technology<\/span><\/p>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/ownyourase.org\/website_94e289bd\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Kween-Code-Flyer.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><h3>Kween Code<\/h3><\/a>\n<p class=\"program-subtitle\">Powered by girls in STEM<\/p>\n<p>Kween Code is a culturally responsive STEM program designed to empower girls to explore computer science, engineering, and emerging technologies. Through hands-on projects, mentorship, and real-world innovation, participants build critical digital skills, confidence, and leadership\u2014proving that the future of STEM wears a crown.<\/p>\n<div class=\"program-actions\">\n                <a href=\"https:\/\/ownyourase.org\/website_94e289bd\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Kween-Code-Flyer.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"btn btn-primary\">Get Involved<\/a><br \/>\n                <a href=\"#support\" class=\"btn btn-outline\">Sponsor<\/a>\n            <\/div>\n<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"program-card\">\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/ownyourase.org\/website_94e289bd\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Poetry-Prose-Power.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/ownyourase.org\/website_94e289bd\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/oyawebsite13-2.webp?ssl=1\" alt=\"Poetry Prose and Power Logo\" class=\"program-logo\" data-program=\"poetry-prose-power\"><\/a><br \/>\n            <span class=\"program-tag\">Creative Arts &amp; Expression<\/span><\/p>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/ownyourase.org\/website_94e289bd\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Poetry-Prose-Power.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><h3>Poetry, Prose &amp; POWER<\/h3><\/a>\n<p class=\"program-subtitle\">Voice \u00b7 Story \u00b7 Strength<\/p>\n<p>A creative writing and spoken word program where girls and young women find their voice through poetry, prose, and storytelling\u2014turning personal narratives into instruments of power and change.<\/p>\n<div class=\"program-actions\">\n                <a href=\"#contact\" class=\"btn btn-primary\">Get Involved<\/a><br \/>\n                <a href=\"#support\" class=\"btn btn-outline\">Sponsor<\/a>\n            <\/div>\n<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"programs-subgroup\"><h3 class=\"programs-subgroup-title\">Programs for Women &amp; Community<\/h3><div class=\"programs-grid\"><div class=\"program-card\">\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/ownyourase.org\/website_94e289bd\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/NorthStar-2-Pager-OYA.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/ownyourase.org\/website_94e289bd\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/oyawebsite05.webp?ssl=1\" alt=\"North Star Women&#8217;s Circle\" class=\"program-logo\"><\/a><br \/>\n            <span class=\"program-tag\">Women &amp; Community<\/span><\/p>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/ownyourase.org\/website_94e289bd\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/NorthStar-2-Pager-OYA.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><h3>North Star Women&#8217;s Circle<\/h3><\/a>\n<p class=\"program-subtitle\">Faith-based group circles for SEL, Womanhood development and life skills training<\/p>\n<p>A circle for women rooted in faith, gathering monthly to walk together through womanhood, healing, and life skills.<\/p>\n<div class=\"program-actions\">\n                <a href=\"#support\" class=\"btn btn-primary\">Donate to Fund<\/a><br \/>\n                <a href=\"#contact\" class=\"btn btn-outline\">Learn More<\/a>\n            <\/div>\n<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"program-card\">\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/ownyourase.org\/website_94e289bd\/egbe-oya-rites-of-passage\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/ownyourase.org\/website_94e289bd\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/oyawebsite08-2.webp?ssl=1\" alt=\"Egbe Oya Logo\" class=\"program-logo\" data-program=\"egbe-oya\"><\/a><br \/>\n            <span class=\"program-tag\">Annual Cohorts &amp; Weekly Virtual Sessions<\/span><\/p>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/ownyourase.org\/website_94e289bd\/egbe-oya-rites-of-passage\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><h3>Egbe Oya Rites of Passage<\/h3><\/a>\n<p class=\"program-subtitle\">Intergenerational Rites Experience<\/p>\n<p>Egbe Oya Rites of Passage is an intergenerational journey guiding participants through womanhood development. Through culturally grounded circles, workshops, Indigenous practices, and sacred ceremonies, we deepen self-awareness, cultural pride, and healthy bonds. Rooted in tradition and relevant for today, Egbe Oya also serves as a national and international platform for sisterhood, social fellowship, and collective growth.<\/p>\n<div class=\"program-actions\">\n                <a href=\"#contact\" class=\"btn btn-primary\">Bring to My Site<\/a><br \/>\n                <a href=\"#support\" class=\"btn btn-outline\">Sponsor<\/a>\n            <\/div>\n<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"program-card\">\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/ownyourase.org\/website_94e289bd\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/100-Miles-July-OYA-v2.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/ownyourase.org\/website_94e289bd\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/image9-1.webp?ssl=1\" alt=\"100 Miles in July Logo\" class=\"program-logo\"><\/a><br \/>\n            <span class=\"program-tag\">Annual Citywide Challenge<\/span><\/p>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/ownyourase.org\/website_94e289bd\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/100-Miles-July-OYA-v2.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><h3>100 Miles in July<\/h3><\/a>\n<p class=\"program-subtitle\">Health \u00b7 History \u00b7 Sisterhood<\/p>\n<p>A month-long wellness and heritage city-wide challenge retracing symbolic steps of Harriet Tubman through Baltimore parks and trails with storytellers and partners. Together we walk 100 MILES in July!<\/p>\n<div class=\"program-actions\">\n                <a href=\"#contact\" class=\"btn btn-primary\">Join the Challenge<\/a><br \/>\n                <a href=\"#support\" class=\"btn btn-outline\">Sponsor<\/a>\n            <\/div>\n<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"program-card\">\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/ownyourase.org\/website_94e289bd\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Donation-Card-Laney-Hoxter-1-1.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/ownyourase.org\/website_94e289bd\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/image11-1.webp?ssl=1\" alt=\"Laney Hoxter Scholarship Fund Logo\" class=\"program-logo\" style=\"width:320px;height:320px;max-width:none;object-fit:contain\"><\/a><br \/>\n            <span class=\"program-tag\">Education Support<\/span><\/p>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/ownyourase.org\/website_94e289bd\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Donation-Card-Laney-Hoxter-1-1.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><h3>Laney Hoxter Scholarship Fund<\/h3><\/a>\n<p class=\"program-subtitle\">Access \u00b7 Persistence \u00b7 Completion<\/p>\n<p>Micro-scholarships and emergency supports that remove financial barriers for girls and young women pursuing college, trades, or certification programs.<\/p>\n<div class=\"program-actions\">\n                <a href=\"#support\" class=\"btn btn-primary\">Donate to Fund<\/a><br \/>\n                <a href=\"#contact\" class=\"btn btn-outline\">Learn More<\/a>\n            <\/div>\n<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/section>\n<p><!-- \u2550\u2550 IMPACT METRICS \u2550\u2550 --><\/p>\n<section class=\"impact-section\" id=\"impact\">\n<div class=\"impact-inner\">\n<p class=\"section-label\">Impact &amp; Metrics<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"section-title\">Measuring What Matters<\/h2>\n<p style=\"color:rgba(255,255,255,0.7); font-size:16px; max-width:700px; line-height:1.7;\">We track attendance and SEL outcomes (stress, social connection, life satisfaction), mentor engagement, service learning, graduation, and postsecondary\/career placement.<\/p>\n<div class=\"metrics-grid\">\n<div class=\"metric-card\">\n                <span class=\"metric-stat\">1,040+<\/span><br \/>\n                <span class=\"metric-label\">Annual Program Hours<\/span>\n            <\/div>\n<div class=\"metric-card\">\n                <span class=\"metric-stat\">\u226580%<\/span><br \/>\n                <span class=\"metric-label\">Attend \u226580% of sessions<\/span>\n            <\/div>\n<div class=\"metric-card\">\n                <span class=\"metric-stat\">\u219315%<\/span><br \/>\n                <span class=\"metric-label\">Perceived Stress (SEL)<\/span>\n            <\/div>\n<div class=\"metric-card\">\n                <span class=\"metric-stat\">\u219120%<\/span><br \/>\n                <span class=\"metric-label\">Social Connection (SEL)<\/span>\n            <\/div>\n<div class=\"metric-card\">\n                <span class=\"metric-stat\">\u219110%<\/span><br \/>\n                <span class=\"metric-label\">Life Satisfaction (SEL)<\/span>\n            <\/div>\n<div class=\"metric-card\">\n<span class=\"metric-stat\">100%<\/span><br>\n<span class=\"metric-label\">High school seniors attending a 2 year or 4 year college or university<\/span>\n<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"metric-collage\" style=\"grid-column:1\/-1;height:320px;overflow:hidden;border-radius:0\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/ownyourase.org\/website_94e289bd\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/OYAcollage1.png?ssl=1\" alt=\"OYA Collage\" style=\"width:100%;height:100%;object-fit:cover;display:block\"><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<p><!-- \u2550\u2550 PARTNERS \u2550\u2550 --><\/p>\n<section class=\"partners-section\" id=\"partners\">\n<div class=\"partners-inner\">\n<p class=\"section-label\">Community Partners<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"section-title\">Together, We Widen Access<\/h2>\n<div class=\"partners-grid\">\n<div class=\"partner-pill partner-has-logo\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/ownyourase.org\/website_94e289bd\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/logo_ymca.png?ssl=1\" alt=\"Y of Central Maryland\" class=\"partner-logo-img\"><span>Y of Central Maryland<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"partner-pill partner-has-logo\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/ownyourase.org\/website_94e289bd\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/logo-edanime-productions-1.png?ssl=1\" alt=\"Edanime Productions\" class=\"partner-logo-img\"><span>Edanime Productions<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"partner-pill partner-has-logo\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/ownyourase.org\/website_94e289bd\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/MorganState_Logo_Under25MP.webp?ssl=1\" alt=\"Morgan State University\" class=\"partner-logo-img\"><span>Morgan State University<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"partner-pill partner-has-logo\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/ownyourase.org\/website_94e289bd\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/logo_wwl.png?ssl=1\" alt=\"The Women's Wellness Lounge\" class=\"partner-logo-img\"><span>The Women&#8217;s Wellness Lounge<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"partner-pill partner-has-logo\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/ownyourase.org\/website_94e289bd\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/logo_wombwork.png?ssl=1\" alt=\"WombWork Productions\" class=\"partner-logo-img\"><span>WombWork Productions<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"partner-pill partner-has-logo\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/ownyourase.org\/website_94e289bd\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/logo_buh.jpg?ssl=1\" alt=\"Baltimore Unity Hall\" class=\"partner-logo-img\"><span>Baltimore Unity Hall<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"partner-pill partner-has-logo\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/ownyourase.org\/website_94e289bd\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/image5.webp?ssl=1\" alt=\"Johns Hopkins Urban Health Institute &amp; BNLP Alumni Network\" class=\"partner-logo-img\"><span>Johns Hopkins Urban Health Institute &amp; BNLP Alumni Network<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"partner-pill partner-has-logo\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/ownyourase.org\/website_94e289bd\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/logo-UMB-1.png?ssl=1\" alt=\"University of Maryland Baltimore\" class=\"partner-logo-img\"><span>University of Maryland Baltimore<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"partner-pill partner-has-logo\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/ownyourase.org\/website_94e289bd\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/logo-ile-imole-1.png?ssl=1\" alt=\"Il\u00e9 \u00ccmol\u00e9\" class=\"partner-logo-img\"><span>Il\u00e9 \u00ccmol\u00e9<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"partner-pill partner-has-logo\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/ownyourase.org\/website_94e289bd\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/logo-city-of-baltimore-1.png?ssl=1\" alt=\"City of Baltimore\" class=\"partner-logo-img\"><span>City of Baltimore<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"partner-pill partner-has-logo\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/ownyourase.org\/website_94e289bd\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/logo-BAD-ballet-after-dark-1.png?ssl=1\" alt=\"BAD Ballet After Dark\" class=\"partner-logo-img\"><span>BAD Ballet After Dark<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"partner-pill partner-has-logo\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/ownyourase.org\/website_94e289bd\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/logo-BCHD-1.png?ssl=1\" alt=\"Baltimore City Health Department\" class=\"partner-logo-img\"><span>Baltimore City Health Department<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"partner-pill partner-has-logo\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/ownyourase.org\/website_94e289bd\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/logo-BCYF-1.png?ssl=1\" alt=\"Baltimore Children &#038; Youth Fund\" class=\"partner-logo-img\"><span>Baltimore Children &#038; Youth Fund<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"partner-pill partner-has-logo\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/ownyourase.org\/website_94e289bd\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/logo-UYIP-1.png?ssl=1\" alt=\"Urban Youth Initiative Program Inc.\" class=\"partner-logo-img\"><span>Urban Youth Initiative Program Inc.<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"partner-pill partner-has-logo\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/ownyourase.org\/website_94e289bd\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/logo-tunbridge-school-1.png?ssl=1\" alt=\"The Tunbridge School\" class=\"partner-logo-img\"><span>The Tunbridge School<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"partner-pill partner-has-logo\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/ownyourase.org\/website_94e289bd\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/logo-RnD-associates-1.png?ssl=1\" alt=\"RnD Associates\" class=\"partner-logo-img\"><span>RnD Associates<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"partner-pill partner-has-logo\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/ownyourase.org\/website_94e289bd\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/logo-nolita-project-1.png?ssl=1\" alt=\"The NOLITA PROJECT\" class=\"partner-logo-img\"><span>The NOLITA PROJECT<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"partner-pill partner-has-logo\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/ownyourase.org\/website_94e289bd\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/logo-queens-sisterhood-society-1.png?ssl=1\" alt=\"Queens' Sisterhood Society\" class=\"partner-logo-img\"><span>Queens&#8217; Sisterhood Society<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<p><!-- \u2550\u2550 WHEN WE OPERATE \u2550\u2550 --><\/p>\n<section class=\"timeline-section\" id=\"timeline\">\n<div class=\"timeline-inner\">\n<p class=\"section-label\">Schedule<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"section-title\">When We Operate<\/h2>\n<div class=\"timeline-grid\">\n<div class=\"timeline-card\">\n<h3>Agojie Training Camp<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Summer: Jun\u2013Aug, Mon\u2013Fri, 9a\u20135p<\/li>\n<li>Winter: Dec\u2013Feb, Mon\u2013Fri, 9a\u20135p<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"timeline-card\">\n<h3>Egbe Oya Rites of Passage<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Cohorts: Mar\u2013May &amp; Sep\u2013Nov<\/li>\n<li>Virtual: Wed 7\u20138p; Sun 9\u201310a &amp; 10\u201311a<\/li>\n<li>Monthly in-person\/virtual meet-ups<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"timeline-card\">\n<h3>Keep It Kuji (School-Year)<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Fall: Sep\u2013Dec<\/li>\n<li>Spring: Jan\u2013May<\/li>\n<li>In-school &amp; OST circles<\/li>\n<li>Summer supports<\/li>\n<li>Hybrid access year-round<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"timeline-card\">\n<h3>Kween Code<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>After School: 2:30PM\u20134:30PM, select locations<\/li>\n<li>Seasonal Camps: 7AM\u20137PM, select locations<\/li>\n<li>STEM Summits &amp; Special Retreats: Year-round (April, May &amp; June)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<p><!-- \u2550\u2550 SUPPORT \u2550\u2550 --><\/p>\n<section class=\"support-section\" id=\"support\">\n<div class=\"support-inner\">\n<div class=\"support-main\">\n<p class=\"section-label\">Support the Work<\/p>\n<h2>Invest in Baltimore&#8217;s Next Generation<\/h2>\n<p>Sponsor a circle, fund a micro-scholarship, or underwrite a cohort. Your investment powers mentors, materials, safe spaces, and citywide moments like <strong style=\"color:var(--oya-pink)\">100 Miles in July<\/strong> and <strong style=\"color:var(--oya-pink)\">Heart 2 Heart<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<div class=\"support-actions\">\n                <a href=\"#contact\" class=\"btn btn-pink\">Donate \/ Sponsor<\/a><br \/>\n                <a href=\"#contact\" class=\"btn btn-ghost\">Volunteer<\/a>\n            <\/div>\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"fund-box\">\n<h3>Featured Funds<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Laney Hoxter Scholarship Fund:<\/strong> Micro-scholarships &amp; emergency supports for girls pursuing higher education.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Keep It Kuji Access Fund:<\/strong> Journals, transport, and wellness stipends for circle participants.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Kween Code Equipment Fund:<\/strong> Tech, tools, and safety gear for Vo-Tech pathways.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<p><!-- \u2550\u2550 CONTACT \u2550\u2550 --><\/p>\n<section class=\"contact-section\" id=\"contact\">\n<div class=\"contact-inner\">\n<div class=\"contact-left\">\n<p class=\"section-label\">Get in Touch<\/p>\n<h2>Bring OYA to Your School or Site<\/h2>\n<p>Tell us about your community. We&#8217;ll tailor circles, intensives, or pathways to fit local needs.<\/p>\n<form class=\"contact-form\">\n                <input type=\"text\" placeholder=\"Your Name\" class=\"form-input\" required><br \/>\n                <input type=\"email\" placeholder=\"Your Email\" class=\"form-input\" required><br \/>\n                <input type=\"text\" placeholder=\"Organization \/ School\" class=\"form-input\"><br \/>\n                <textarea placeholder=\"Tell us about your community...\" class=\"form-input\"><\/textarea><br \/>\n                <button type=\"submit\" class=\"btn btn-primary\" style=\"align-self:flex-start; padding:14px 28px;\">Send Inquiry<\/button><br \/>\n            <\/form>\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"contact-info-box\">\n<h3>Contact &amp; Info<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Own Your Ase \u00b7 Baltimore, Maryland<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>General:<\/strong> OYAOutreach@gmail.com<\/li>\n<li><strong>Follow:<\/strong> @OwnYourAse &amp; @OWNYOURASE9<\/li>\n<li><strong>Founder:<\/strong> LaShone &#8220;Mama Ngina&#8221; Croom<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section><section class=\"ig-section\" id=\"instagram\"><h2>Follow Us on Instagram<\/h2><p class=\"ig-sub\">@ownyouraseoya  Catch the latest from the circle<\/p><div class=\"ig-embed-wrap\"><iframe src=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/reel\/C7WsuuDsk3c\/embed\/\" title=\"Instagram reel\" allowtransparency=\"true\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" frameborder=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\"><\/iframe><\/div><a class=\"ig-follow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/ownyouraseoya\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Follow @ownyouraseoya<\/a><\/section>\n<p><!-- \u2550\u2550 FOOTER \u2550\u2550 --><\/p>\n<footer>\n<p class=\"footer-brand\">Own Your Ase \u00b7 Baltimore<\/p>\n<p>\u00a9 2018\u20132038 All Rights Reserved \u00b7 <a href=\"#contact\">Contact Us<\/a> \u00b7 <a href=\"#programs\">Programs<\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"margin-top:8px; font-size:12px;\">Built with love, culture, and community.<\/p>\n<\/footer>\n<style>\/* \u2550\u2550\u2550 OYA BUTTERFLY v2 \u2014 diagonal flight, glowing white silhouette \u2550\u2550\u2550 *\/ .oya-bf { position: fixed; 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