Welcome To
The Genuine Gems INC.
The Genuine Gems Inc. is youth sorority - a sisterhood of elegance; that mentors youth girls between the ages of 6-17 years old. While recognizing the girls as individuals they create a bond with leadership!
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Empowering the Next Generation of Girls!
At Genuine Gems Inc., we believe in the limitless potential of every girl. Our mission is to provide a safe, inspiring environment where girls aged 6-17 can grow, learn, and build the confidence to become tomorrow’s leaders. Through mentorship, skill-building, and leadership training, we empower young girls to embrace their individuality, celebrate their strengths, and lift each other up.
To continue our work and reach even more girls, we need your help. Your donation will go directly toward supporting our programs, from after-school sessions focused on social etiquette and life skills to our Saturday sorority program, where girls form bonds that last a lifetime. Every dollar helps us offer enriching experiences, materials, and opportunities that make a lasting difference.
Join Us in Making a Change!
When you donate to Genuine Gems, you’re investing in a brighter future. Together, we can spark a revolution of girl power that transforms communities and creates lasting change!
2024 AWARD RECIPENTS
"A WOMANS STANDARD"
Genuine Gems honored as the Community Organization Award Recipient at the 7th Annual Womens History in the Making Gala in Hapeville, GA
2023 AWARD
“WOMEN OF HONOR”
Our Founder & Director was awarded the Women of Honor Award for 2023, as women who encourage the positive impact they have in the community and world around them.
"Good conduct reflects the morals in yourself; but displaying proper etiquette to another shows the beliefs you have in others."
Jenai Williams Founder/Board President
2021 Precious Gem Award
The Genuine Gems had the Honor of
Presented the precious Gem Award to 2x Cancer Survivor Nicole Herrington.
NETWORKING WITH COMMUNITY lEADERS
NEW YORK STATE SENATOR
Roxanne Jacqueline Persaud was elected to the State Senate in November 2015 after serving in the State Assembly. Currently, she serves as the chair of the Social Services Committee, member of the Children and Families, Cities 1, Disabilities, Labor and Transportation Committees, and Joint Senate Task Force on Opioids, Addiction & Overdose Prevention. She is also a member of the Women's Caucus, Black, Puerto Rican, Hispanic Asian Caucus and the New York State Bipartisan Pro-Choice Legislative Caucus
Before becoming a legislator, Roxanne's career was in Higher Education Administration. In addition, she is a longtime advocate for the community. She served as President of the 69th Precinct Community Council in Canarsie, member of Community Board 18, and Commissioner on the New York City Districting Commission. Additionally, she was a member of the Community Action Board of the New York City Department of Youth and Community Development and Chairperson of the Neighborhood Advisory Board - District 18. She served on organizations highlighting domestic violence, cancer awareness, and other social and health issues. She is a graduate of the NYPD Citizens Police Academy and the New York City Office of Emergency Management-Community Emergency Response Team.
Her dedication to community involvement and her interest in helping others stretches well beyond Brooklyn. She has traveled overseas on several occasions as a volunteer on medical and social outreach programs. She encourages everyone to be actively involved in the community.
In the Senate, Roxanne's legislative priorities for the district include safer communities, affordable housing, funding for schools and libraries, supportive services for youth and seniors, and quality healthcare. She continues to sponsor legislation to combat gun violence, assist small businesses, and advance a robust social service agendas.
A “Gleaming💎Gem”
Love Lee
The vibrant young songstress who voice ignites the hearts of listeners. Born into a lineage of the Consuming Fire Ministries, she inherits not only a rich musical heritage, but also a passion for spreading light and warmth through her lyrics.
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