Sweet Lemon Project

Vision Statement

The Sweet Lemon Project seeks to create permanent and positive change in those impacted by domestic violence or inequities due to visual impairments, restoring their original intent of worthiness and love in themselves. The Sweet Lemon Project envisions a world of resilient people who live thriving and authentic lives in the face of adversity.

Bio

The Sweet Lemon Project was birthed out of a passion for helping people step into their greatness and create the life they deserve instead of accepting the life handed to them. The Sweet Lemon Project is a way to react and respond to the negative influences surrounding abuse, trauma, poverty, depression, and any adverse experience.

The founder, Silk Littlejohn, lost her eyesight to domestic violence. Before this tragedy, she was the owner of a salon, where she served for years as a master artist of hair, makeup, and style. After a long stay in the hospital due to domestic violence, then unable to work, and being declared blind, Silk Littlejohn and her family struggled tremendously.

Unfortunately, there was not a place or organization that served victims and their children and empowered the blind all in one place. Thus, Silk Littlejohn founded The Sweet Lemon Project with the aim for the organization to be everything she needed as a victim of domestic violence and a blind woman with children.

Value Statement

In all programs, services, initiatives, The Sweet Lemon Project will stand firm in its values:

Empowerment: We believe empowered people create better outcomes for themselves and those around them. Therefore, we strive to facilitate a culture of empowerment by imparting client-centered services.
Acceptance: We believe in the power of acceptance, owning individual truths, and respecting the realities of others. We will foster an environment of unconditional acceptance.
Self-Esteem: We value the power of self-esteem and its undeniable effect of propelling people forward in life.
Positivity: We acknowledge the power of the spoken word and its ability to speak life.

About Us

The Sweet Lemon Project is a non profit organization with a 501 c3 exempt status.

The Sweet Lemon Project’s primary service is helping victims (and their families) of domestic violence step into their greatness beyond adverse experiences through support, mentorship, growth programs and services, and overcoming strategies and tools. The Sweet Lemon Project will offer a one-of-a-kind comprehensive experience with a unique focus on the blind community that empowers people to own their worth. Programs will guide participants through positive and sustainable transformations and self-actualization. The Sweet Lemon Project will partner with food distributors and services, social services agencies, community centers, domestic violence support agencies, local corporations, higher learning institutions and industry professionals to carry forward its services.

The programs / services are outlined below to show the scope and activities of each. The program is divided into four core areas.

• Mentorship

• Community

• Resource Sharing

• Goal Setting

Mentorship

The mentorship program allows participants to receive the one-on-one help they need. Mentors help the mentees set short and long-term goals, set healthy boundaries, create budgets, and develop other life skills from educational enrichment and career readiness to credit repair and health and wellness services. The volunteers are from various professions, lawyers, counselors, family life educators, accountants, bankers, and social workers willing to assist mentees on their path to a bright future.

Community

The Sweet Lemon Project hosts annual field trips, biweekly weekly meetings/gatherings for participants to interact and build healthy relationships with others in the same stage of life. Every week may look different, but intentional teaching will constantly challenge and equip participants to live life limitlessly while embracing their worth. In addition, special occasions and events are incorporated regularly to experience complete transformative change, which may include all new experiences and ways of life for many. These supports empower participants and increase their self-esteem as they interact with an array of people in various settings.

Resource Sharing

The Sweet Lemon Project passes out food, supplies and products and other items such as clothing and home goods to assist participants in vulnerable situations. This is not to enable the participants but to make life easier while they get on their feet or sustain a new life. The resources offered are collected from donations and sponsorships. Furthermore, external referrals will be shared, especially in mental health, to ensure participants receive adequate professional support from mental health partners.

Mental Health Support

The mental health programming includes workshops with professionals who share tips and strategies on various mental and emotional topics. Some examples include overcoming abuse, mindfulness, coping strategies, overcoming anxiety, internal dialogue, and self-care.

Goal Setting

The Sweet Lemon Project assists participants with setting attainable goals and holds them accountable for reaching those goals. The attainment of these goals is one way that the organization will monitor effectiveness. For example, some goals may include new career paths, financial independence, or emotional and mental health targets.

CONTACT US

Main Outreach Office: info@sweetlemonproject.com
Main Outreach Fax Line:

P. O. box 122131
Arlington, Texas 76012

Media Inquiries: info@sweetlemonproject.com

Sweet Lemon online Store:

Proceeds from the Sweet Lemon Retail Store will benefit the sweet Lemon Project.

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Sweet Lemon Project

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