Our Mission
Empowering young women to pursue higher education and embrace their heritage
"Ella Rises aims to empower the rising generation of women to pursue higher education and embrace their heritage through mentoring, creative workshops, and leadership opportunities that build both technical competence and artistic confidence."
Why Ella Rises Exists
Ella Rises was founded to address the underrepresentation of women, particularly from diverse backgrounds, in STEAM fields. We believe that every young woman deserves the opportunity to explore her potential in science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics.
Through our partnerships with Utah Valley University and Brigham Young University, we provide access to cutting-edge resources, expert mentors, and hands-on learning experiences that inspire confidence and spark curiosity.
Our programs celebrate cultural heritage while building the technical skills needed to succeed in the 21st century workforce. We believe that embracing one's identity is a source of strength and innovation.
Our Vision
A world where every young woman has the confidence and skills to pursue her dreams in any field she chooses.
Our Approach
Combining technical education with cultural celebration and personal mentorship for holistic development.
What Guides Us
Empowerment
We believe in building confidence through education, mentorship, and celebrating achievements big and small.
Heritage
We celebrate cultural diversity and help young women embrace their heritage as a source of strength and identity.
Community
We foster a supportive community where young women lift each other up and learn together.
Excellence
We strive for excellence in everything we do, encouraging participants to reach their full potential.
Inclusivity
We welcome all young women regardless of background, ensuring everyone has access to opportunities.
Growth
We measure success through milestones achieved, skills gained, and the long-term impact on participants' lives.
Measuring Success
We track key indicators to ensure our programs are making a meaningful difference.
Event Effectiveness
Post-event surveys measure satisfaction, usefulness, and recommendation scores to continuously improve our programs.
Milestone Achievement
We track long-term success through milestones like completing coding courses, college applications, and scholarship awards.
Program Reporting
Detailed reporting helps us share our impact with donors, sponsors, and project leadership to demonstrate ROI.
Stronger Together
We collaborate with leading educational institutions to provide world-class opportunities.
Utah Valley University
UVU partners with us to provide STEAM workshops, coding bootcamps, and access to university facilities and expertise.
Brigham Young University
BYU supports our leadership panels, mentoring programs, and provides networking opportunities with successful women in STEM.
Join Our Mission
Whether you want to participate, volunteer, or donate, there are many ways to support Ella Rises.