Waiting to Exhale Events was established in 2020 by Latonya Jackson as a
Women Empowerment Non-Profit Organization, inspired by her personal experiences and the realization that collective effort can significantly ease our struggles. Latonya recognized that our true strength comes from not just our principles however from the actions driven by our initiatives, leading her to create Waiting to Exhale Events. The name "Waiting to Exhale Events" reflects the idea of finding relief from stress—often expressed as "I can finally breathe."
Our mission is to provide a space where women can release their vulnerabilities and find solace. We are committed to celebrating Black culture and draw inspiration from the 1995 film Waiting to Exhale, directed by Forest Whitaker, which explores the lives of four friends navigating careers, family, and romance. Our team believes that building a sisterhood requires trust, and we envision a supportive community where women can discuss their thoughts and address global issues affecting women. Recognizing that women often juggle many responsibilities, leading to self-neglect, Waiting to Exhale Events encourages women to prioritize self-care. We emphasize the importance of checking in with oneself, finding time to relax, and accepting that it's okay not to be okay.
Our organization is dedicated to offering emotional, informational, financial, and social support to foster self-development and growth. Our goal is to make a meaningful impact, not measured by wealth or profit however by the value we bring to the women we support. At Waiting to Exhale Events, we aim to be a catalyst for positive change, driven by our core principles of support, empowerment, and progress since our founding.
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Explore our mission and vision to learn more about how we strive to make a difference.
" My mission is bigger than just empowering women. My mission in life is to save and change lives "
- Latonya Jackson
Waiting to Exhale Events mission is to spread inspiration and education for self-development, all while creating a trustworthy environment for women fighting battles alone and/or silently. We aim to build self-development and continue self-growth by providing emotional support, informational support, financial support, and belonging support etc.
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We aim to keep education fun and exciting by collaborating with speaker to discuss a variety of topics such as wellness and health, entrepreneurship, and global issue relating to women. Waiting to Exhale Events was organized around the simple idea that when we collaborate, we’re at our best. We invite others to be their best self; explore, teach, learn, and grow with Waiting to Exhale Events.
Our Mission
