Simply, Beautifully, Undeniably Ruby
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The Ruby Project is a 501(c)3 youth organization that promotes the overall health and success of teen girls (ages 13-18) everywhere through retreats, the performing arts, an interactive online community, and other efforts. The Ruby Project reaches out espcially to teen girls in crisis (i.e. rape, abuse, victims of sexual crime) and those trying to overcome a personal challenge (ie. poor self-esteem/body-image, bullying, drug use, a parent's addiction, loss of a loved one, etc.), but welcomes all girls into its program.
We believe that a young woman’s knowledge and understanding of her self-worth is so important to her physical and emotional well-being and to her general approach to life. Our goal is therefore to help teen girls realize their true worth, and to live like they know just how Ruby-rare they are!
At the Ruby Project we:
Chinyere Peace Amadi received her BA in psychology from UCLA and her M.A and doctorate in psychology (Psy.D) from Azusa Pacific University. From mentoring disadvantaged youth in Los Angeles and Philadelphia, working with WORLD IMPACT to rebuild run-down homes, living in an orphanage in the Phillipines to help care for abandoned children with Global Urban Trek, and offering her vocal talents in live performances to raise awareness of social justice issues, Peace has always lived by her conviction to 'put others above one's self'. In 2007, Peace became the reigning Miss Nigeria in America and pioneered a diabetes awareness campaign among the African community. As a part of the campaign, Peace spearheaded "Team Nigeria"- a group of American-based Nigerians participating in a marathon bicycle race used to raise funds for the American Diabetes Association. Peace fully believes that a calling is "the place where ones deep gladness meets the worlds deepest need" and hopes to integrate her professional expertise, community-mindedness, and creative gifts as she continues to discover her own.
Leslie Oluchi Nwoke received her M.D. from Ross University School of Medicine, her Masters in Public Health (MPH) from George Washington University, and her BS in biology from Spelman College. In 2004, Leslie was crowned as the inaugural Miss Nigeria in America with a platform on womens health. Leslie's community health efforts and research have been far-reaching: She has worked with TAMPEP (Italy), assisting in the rehabilitation of Nigerian sex trafficking victims, served as a medical volunteer in Honduras, worked with Georgia Ovarian Cancer Alliance, and has provided the voice for an anti-smoking documentary based in Nigeria. Leslie and her husband also direct the non-profit organization Making Noise (livethenoise.com) which uses arts and social media to raise awareness of social justice issues facing Africans. Leslie's motivation in her work comes from her belief in Proverbs 31:8- Speak up for those who cannot speak for themselves, for the rights of all who are destitute.
This dynamic group of women are a key part of the RUBY team and the force behind the RUBY Online Community. Go online to check out what they have to say!
*Cora was only 14. But she had already been through so much in her life. For years she had witnessed her alcoholic father beat her sister and couldn't do much about it. In fact, when she tried, she too would catch one of his blows. Cora began to live with fear, never knowing what her father would do next, never knowing when he would go too far. Cora also lived with shame; when Cora was in elementary school, her older brother's best friend slept over one night and took advantage of her. Too scared to scream, Cora laid there silently pleading for him to stop. Cora's shame kept her from telling anybody.
Though Cora tried to mentally block out all these memories, they still affected her. She lost her drive to do well in school, she entertained sexual relationships with much older men, and she pushed down all her painful feelings with alcohol and XTC. Cora had accepted a belief that she was nothing and that people could and would treat her how ever they wanted.
It wasn't until Cora began to understand her self-worth that she began to heal. It wasn't until she saw how the drugs and sex were only band-aids, not solutions, and found healthier ways to express her pain, that she began to grow. And it wasn't until she started treating herself better, and teaching others how to treat her the way she deserved, that she began to feel whole. You see, Cora had finally realized that she...was a Ruby.
*Name has been changed for confidentiality.
Rubies are one of the four most precious stones...
...She is worth far more than rubies.
The Ruby Project believes a girl is as beautiful, strong, and unique as the rarest of rubies. And our weekend retreats are dedicated to helping you realize just that. Join us for a weekend of girltalk, fun, personal growth, and bonding. Apply Now for an all-expense paid spot to our upcoming retreat!. Don't miss out.
2012 Spring Ruby Retreat
Southern California
Details coming soon!!
Click here and request a retreat application and program brochure. The title of your message (subject) should read: I want to be a Ruby!!
Join the community! Stay connected with Ruby Project Founders Peace and Leslie and the other Ruby Insiders. Get advice on young women's physical and mental health issues. Get the latest on beauty and style tips. Stay posted on all things girl!
For all this and more, check out our YouTube channel periodically for updates:
www.youtube.com/rubycommunity
Your generosity allows us to carry out the mission of the Ruby Project through our retreats and other initiatives. Support our efforts by a making a monetary donation.
Contact us if you have more questions about making a donation, otherwise click below!
*Note: The Ruby project is a subsidiary of Liberty International Ministries, a 501(c)3 organization. All donations are tax-deductible.
Help a Ruby look and feel her very best by buying her a bag of beauty goodies! Beauty goodies include skincare and cosmetic items, jewelry, hair products, accessories, and more! (Cost: $50)
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Donate your time, services, and talents to the Ruby Project!
Contactus for volunteer opportunities or suggest your own way of helping out!
*Note: Volunteer spots for the retreat weekend are limited.
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We say a big, fat, THANK YOU to our RUBY ROCKSTARS who through their generous donations, "beauty bag" sponsorships, and volunteer commitments have supported our Rubies and our mission. Thanks for rockin' with us you all! Get on the Rockstar list today! Click here!
Donations/Sponsorships
Miss Nigeria In America, Inc.
Volunteers
East Coast: 301.401.2071
West Coast: 310.339.6120
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Behind the Ruby Project
2012 Ruby Retreat
About the Ruby Project
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Our 2012 Spring Ruby Retreat is coming up. Dont miss out! Apply now!.
Meet Ruby Project Founders Peace and Leslie. See how it all started.
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