Through community based research and popular education, we seek to build the ties and relationships necessary for pursuit of ongoing, region-wide strategies for social change. The leadership and literacy program is specifically available to women in low-resource areas of High Point and the neighboring counties. It's goal is to empower women through literacy education and leadership development to build better lives, healthier families and stronger communities. Through community partnerships the program seeks to support families and to develop leaders who have the necessary skills to effect positive change. This program incorporates basic literacy skills through nontraditional instruction that utilizes individual experiences and confronts issues faced by women.
Learners work together to overcome obstacles, locate resources, and support each other.
Staff and interns develop and implement educational programs that stimulate and develop leadership skills necessary to advocate for justice and dignity in their lives. Orita offers a range of activities in conflict-resolution, capacity building, popular education, cultural workshops, consumer education and entrepreneurial skills. The program primarily focuses on youth ages10-16. This project targets youth with the greatest need. Orita continues to strengthen linkages with community groups in order to meet the growing complex needs of a diverse community.