Our Story
EmpowerHER Impact Network was born from a lesson Dr. Jackie Ejuwa learned the hard way. Born in Britain to Nigerian parents, Jackie moved to the United States as a young adult. As an immigrant professional navigating corporate America, she often found herself without the mentorship or cultural cues that others took for granted.
Early in her career, Jackie was unknowingly offered a promotion over lunch – but without a mentor to guide her, she misread the moment and turned it down. Only later did she realize what had happened – and how differently things might have gone if someone had been there to help her read the room, weigh her options, or simply say, you can do this.
That moment – and others like it – stayed with her. Drawing on decades of experience in mentorship and leadership development, Jackie envisioned a space for women like her – women navigating careers while managing the nuances of first-generation or immigrant life. She imagined a community where these women could find each other, share hard-earned wisdom, and grow together – a place where culture, ambition, and community weren’t at odds, but deeply intertwined.
EmpowerHER Impact Network is more than a professional community – it’s a place to be seen, supported, and celebrated. Through mentorship, professional development, and culturally grounded connection, we help first-generation and immigrant women lead with poise, navigate complexity, and build careers that reflect their values.
