Strengthened bonds between women and girls worldwide
Together Empowered is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that empowers women through love, sisterhood, and service. We deliver direct support services, including culturally responsive mental health counseling, and we create sustainable solutions to address systemic inequalities. Below are some of the tools we use to advance our mission.
- Tools to promote growth
- Independence
- Increased self-esteem
- Achieving dreams
- Break down barriers
- Reaching full potential


What We Do
Together EMPOWERED is a membership-driven nonprofit organization committed to providing empowerment and unification to women and girls of color worldwide. We accomplish this by promoting our values of Love, Sisterhood, and Service throughout various programs and services for women and children.
Our Adopt-A-Family Program and Sickle Cell Awareness Campaign have a positive impact on the community.
Some of our other empowerment initiatives include:
How We Help
Together EMPOWERED relies heavily on volunteer support to achieve our mission and vision. As a volunteer, you have the opportunity to make an impact on the lives of women and girls and on your community.
If you want to make an impact as a volunteer, go to the “Contact” page and let us know in the “Your Message” field that you are interested in volunteering. We will be in touch.
You can help by becoming a member of Together EMPOWERED. If you would like to inquire about membership, go to the “Contact” page and let us know in the “Your Message” field that you are interested in membership.


Our Founder
Dr. Olivia West, a U.S. Navy veteran and International Psychologist, specializes in trauma, diversity, and inclusion consulting while advocating for human, social, and civil rights.
With a Master’s in Clinical Psychology focused on Diversity and Human Rights and a doctorate in International Psychology with a concentration in Trauma, she combines her expertise and global experience to support individuals, families, and organizations in overcoming trauma and championing equal rights for marginalized groups.



