It takes a village to raise a child. We are that village.


We Are The Village – Teen Moms was created from lived experience, not theory. It was born from a moment where support was needed—but not fully given. From a space where young mothers were taught how to survive, but not always how to heal, grow, or truly understand themselves.

We exist to change that.

We Are The Village – Teen Moms is a community-rooted organization committed to ensuring that no teen mother walks her journey alone. We provide a safe, supportive, and structured environment where young mothers are not only cared for—but seen, heard, and guided into becoming conscious, confident parents.

Our work goes beyond basic support. We address the full experience of the teen mother—mentally, emotionally, physically, and practically. We ask the questions that are often overlooked: How are you holding up? What do you need to feel supported? Who are you becoming through this experience?

Because we believe that when a mother is supported, a family is strengthened. And when families are strengthened, communities change.

What We Do

We Are The Village – Teen Moms has evolved to meet the growing needs of our community with greater intention, focus, and collaboration. Our work is now centered around four core areas designed to create access, opportunity, and awareness for teen mothers and their families.

Village Resources

At the heart of our organization is Village Resources—a collaborative network of trusted organizations working together to provide Complete Client Care. We connect families to essential services through a unified referral system, ensuring that no one has to navigate life’s challenges alone. By strengthening partnerships and communication across organizations, we help close gaps in care and increase access to critical support.

Hire a Teen Mom Program

We are committed to creating real opportunities for teen mothers through our Hire a Teen Mom Program. This initiative provides hybrid, part-time work experiences that allow young mothers to gain professional skills, build confidence, and earn income—while being supported by an organization that understands their journey. This program is designed to break barriers to employment and create pathways toward long-term stability and independence.

Teen Mom Awareness

We actively work to shift the narrative around teen motherhood through Teen Mom Awareness. By sharing stories, creating spaces for dialogue, and engaging the community, we bring visibility to both the challenges and the strength of teen mothers. Our goal is to replace stigma with understanding, and judgment with informed support.

Collaborative Events

We believe impact happens in community. Through Collaborative Events, we partner with organizations, schools, and community leaders to host workshops, panels, baby showers, resource fairs, and educational experiences. These events are designed to connect families to resources, strengthen relationships across organizations, and create meaningful, supportive experiences for those we serve.

Each of these focus areas works together to create a system of support that is not only accessible—but intentional, connected, and built to last.

Our Evolution: The Village Resources

As our work has grown, so has our vision.

We Are The Village – Teen Moms now leads Village Resources, a collaborative network of organizations working together to provide Complete Client Care. This initiative connects families to essential services through a trusted referral system, ensuring that no need goes unmet and no one has to navigate challenges alone.

Village Resources brings organizations together to strengthen communication, increase accessibility, and create a unified system of support for the communities we serve.

Because there are enough resources—when we work together.

Our Commitment

We are committed to:

  • Breaking generational cycles through conscious parenting

  • Supporting teen mothers beyond survival—into stability and self-awareness

  • Creating spaces where vulnerability is met with guidance, not judgment

  • Building strong partnerships that expand access to care

  • Ensuring every mother has the opportunity to thrive

We do not believe in quick fixes. We believe in intentional support, consistent presence, and long-term impact.

Why It Matters

Teen mothers are often underestimated, overlooked, or defined by their circumstances. We see something different.

We see resilience.
We see potential.
We see leaders in the making.

When given the right support, teen mothers do not just succeed—they transform families, shift narratives, and create new paths for generations to come.

Our Belief

It takes a Village.

Not just in words—but in action, in partnership, and in presence.

And we are committed to being that Village.

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Remember, you are not alone on your journey. Join the Village’s Inclusive Community Hub and experience the strength that comes from connecting with your peers in a supportive and understanding environment. Welcome to a space where community is celebrated, and every voice matters

Online Community

This is a vibrant space where voices come together, stories unfold, and connections blossom. Here, you're invited to share your thoughts, experiences, and words of encouragement with fellow members of our community.

 

Remington “Rem” Steele

Founder | Teen mom

“I envision a world where every teenage mother has the opportunity to thrive.”

We are the Village Podcast

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