From Within, We Rise — Empowering Families and Building Hope.

Divine Empowerment is a grassroots nonprofit in Phoenix, Arizona — serving families all throughout the Valley of the Sun, offering free, bilingual, trauma-informed and evidence-based programs that uplift families, youth, and caregivers through healing, prevention, and empowerment.

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About Divine Empowerment / La Fuerza Divina

Founded by a community advocate who turned lived experience into purpose, Divine Empowerment helps families rebuild their lives through education, resilience, and cultural pride. We believe every person deserves dignity, healing, and the power to rise again.

Maria Alicia Cordova

Founder

“Breaking Chains. Building Strength. Empowering Families.”

Trauma-informed • Evidence-based

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Our Core values

Integrity & Purpose

We lead with transparency, compassion, and commitment to our mission.

Healing & Growth

We use trauma-informed and evidence-based approaches to restore hope and stability.

Family & Culture

We honor cultural roots, family unity, and intergenerational healing.

Empowerment & Equity

We stand for justice, opportunity, and community leadership.

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Our Recent Community Initiatives

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Empowering Families Through Comprehensive Services

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01.

Parenting & Prevention

Workshops that strengthen families, teach prevention, and build protective factors.

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02.

Youth Mentoring & Healing Circles

Safe spaces for youth to grow resilience, share experiences, and receive trauma-informed support.

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03.

Family Drug Education

Community education to prevent substance misuse and encourage open family communication.

04.

Domestic & Sexual Violence Awareness

Education and support with community leaders to create safer families.

05.

Foster Youth & Caregiver Support

06.

Child Well-Being & Safety

Our Proven Work Processes for Effective Support

Assessment and Evaluation

We conduct comprehensive assessments to understand individual and family needs, tailoring our services accordingly for maximum impact.

Customized Program Implementation

Our services are customized based on assessment findings, ensuring each family receives the specific support they require for success.

Continuous Support and Monitoring

We provide ongoing support and monitoring to ensure families make progress and feel valued at each step of their journey.

Feedback and Improvement

We regularly gather feedback, allowing us to fine-tune our programs and services to better meet the evolving needs of families.

Get in Touch with Our Team

Phone

(480) 297-9340

INFO@divineempowermentaz.org

Location

Phoenix, AZ

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We’re Here to Listen and Assist You

Reach out to us for support, inquiries, and more information about our programs and resources.