What Makes You Feel Beautiful
Accelerating Progress For Women

Maui has always been home to strength, resilience, and the unwavering spirit of its people. Among the island’s brightest lights are the...

Many underserved youth struggle with learned helplessness—but mentorship can break the cycle. Discover how in our latest blog post.

A night of self-care, creativity, and connection. Read about the MAUI GEMS Girls Day Celebration and its heartfelt moments.

Celebrate YOU at the MAUI GEMS Girls Day Celebration! A night of self-care, creativity, and connection for girls aged 13–19.

the Maui GEMS Reunion Meetup on September 27, 2024, from 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Join our Natural Skincare Workshop on August 9! Learn to create toner, moisturizer, and blush with pure herbal ingredients. Free for MAUI GE

Empower and inspire young women this school year with our back-to-school message. Discover how perseverance, self-belief, and gratitude can

Celebrate the achievements of our first cohort of young women, who have grown through workshops and mentorship since March.

At What Makes You Feel Beautiful (WMYFB), we believe in the power of transformation through empowerment, education, and community...

Last Friday June , 2024, the Maui GEMS program hosted a memorable event that brought together mentor guardians, interns, and parents for...

Recap of Last Friday's MAUI GEMS Event: Last Friday, May 24, 2024 the MAUI GEMS program hosted another successful event, filled with...

A significant milestone in our Maui GEMS program with the first mentor-youth pairing!

Cultivating Self-Love: The Key to Improving Mother-Daughter Relationships, Unlocking Better Mother-Daughter Connections.

It took nearly 20 years for me to love myself and believe I am worthy. From the time I was four until I was 19, my life was filled with...

About the Maui GEMS Program Maui GEMS is an empowering youth initiative designed for girls in Maui County, ages 13 to 19.

Unleash Your Potential: Join the Maui GEMs Career Conference Are you a high school girl or a young woman up to age 19 in Maui? If so, we...

As parents, guardians, and mentors, one of the most precious gifts we can give our children is the ability to love and accept themselves....

Aloha Future Leaders: Join Us for Maui GEMs Girls Day! Aloha, young wahine and parents/guardians of Maui! Are you ready to embark on an...

Embracing Your Journey: Personal Growth and Development for Women and Girls. As we navigate the complexities of life, personal growth and...

In a world that often equates beauty with superficial attributes, What Makes You Feel Beautiful (WMYFB) stands as a messenger of true...