About Us
About Us
A Strong Mind is a life-changing idea that was conceptualized by Tammy Fernandez. It was founded in 2020, and although it is relatively new, it makes up for that by creating a significant impact in the lives of young budding adults.
The youth are an overlooked segment in today’s population, often left alone to sort out their situations and issues. They are still trying to figure themselves out, and have to deal with stressful education, starting out in their careers, maintaining relationships with their family and friends, understand their love lives, among a host of other dilemmas. This can all be overwhelming, and if not checked, might have adverse effects in their lives – depression, lower school grades, performance problems at work, disconnected interpersonal skills, etc. That is where we come in; to provide proactive solutions that empower them to navigate their own path out of material hardship and into academic and life success.
We will walk hand-in-hand with them in assisting in acquiring basic education such as GED and certification for trades, e.g., in construction, hospitality, music etc., for the purposes of getting jobs and being integrated into the society as productive members, and living a sustainable family life.
And in keeping up with them in this modern, technological world, A Strong Mind will take advantage of Mobile Applications so that we can always be there with them. Our App will serve as an electronic journal for resourceful content. They can conveniently find academic insights from here, as well as practical life skills such as cooking, basic car maintenance procedures, first aid, and much more. The App will also be an avenue for connecting with a mental health professional who will help them build sound mental wellbeing. Whether it is information on anxiety, depression, struggling with school, getting on with their parents, or places where they can seek help, we are here for you during these vulnerable occasions to impart healthy behaviors that build resilience and self-esteem.
Our Values
Empowerment – we want to cultivate in these youths confidence and help them realize their potentials that can be harnessed for the betterment of their lives.
Professionalism – we maintain a high standard of work ethic that will inspire your loyalty to us. We employ a professional code of conduct in all our processes – including discretion, communications, consultancy, etc. – to ensure that your needs are addressed.
Mental Health Advocacy – we take pride in providing practical perspectives on working through life challenges such as stress, anxiety, acceptance, and identity.
Hope – we envision being a source of hope, at the heart of local communities, offering renewed and realistic chances to the youth with limited education opportunities or lacking income-sustaining-jobs.
Our Mission and Vision
We are a non-profit organization promoting the wellbeing of youth within the State of Louisiana. We are on a mission to provide a platform where these young adults can positively channel their feelings and energy, thereby find their purpose in life and live sustainably. From spearheading programs that empower youth, to providing educational and practical content that contributes to expanding their life skills, A Strong Mind is committed to improving their quality of life in both the short and long terms.
To improve the lives of young men and women, who have come of age, by providing safe and practicable skills that they can harness.
To be an instrumental platform for offering educational, employment, and financial opportunities to promising but unfortunate young adults, to elevate them to a sustainable and productive lifestyle.