FAITH. COMMUNITY. EMPOWERMENT. OPPORTUNITY. A LEGACY REIMAGINED.
The Women’s Empowerment Center & Network (W.E.C.a.N) is a transformative community redevelopment initiative designed to revitalize the historic St. Irenaeus Campus into a dynamic ecosystem of housing, education, entrepreneurship, wellness, and community support services.
The W.E.C.a.N initiative is designed to transform the St. Irenaeus Campus into a vibrant center for healing, empowerment, education, entrepreneurship, and community growth.
Transitional Housing & Support Services
Childcare & Family Resources
Parent Mentor Training
Workforce Development
& Job Readiness
Entrepreneurship & Wealth Building
Wellness & Mental Health Support
Community Events & Cultural Programming
ONE CAMPUS. FOUR PILLARS.
Every Square Inch Has a Purpose.
the sanctuary
A revitalized community gathering space designed for celebrations, performances, meetings, cultural programming, and emergency response support.
the residential wing
Trauma-informed housing and stabilization programs that provide safety, structure, and support, for vulnerable youth and young women.
the community hub
A centralized-resource center offering childcare, wellness services, workforce development, food access, family support, and community-based programming.
the innovation lab
A collaborative environment focused on entrepreneurship, mentorship, business development, financial literacy, and wealth building.
BUILDING OPPORTUNITY. EXPANDING IMPACT.
A Multi-Phase Vision for Community Transformation
Phase 1: Residential Support Services
Safe, professionally supervised environments providing housing, stability, and trauma-informed care.
Phase 2: Community Activation
Transformation the historic sanctuary into a vibrant multi-purpose venue for community engagement, cultural programming, and emergency support.
Phase 3: Community Services & Expansion
A comprehensive framework of education, workforce development, childcare, wellness, entrepreneurship, and family-centered services.
DESIGNED TO STRENGTHEN PARK FOREST.
Investing in People.
Building Community.
Transforming Futures.
Creating more than 100 projected jobs
Expanding access to critical community services
Supporting entrepreneurship and workforce readiness
Strengthening families and promoting stability
Transforming underutilized property into a vibrant community destination
Building long-term economic and social impact
BUILDING LEGACY TOGETHER
Join the Vision
The future of the St. Irenaeus Campus will be built through collaboration, partnership, and shared commitment to community impact. Together, we can create opportunities, strengthen families, and build a legacy.