IBA SUCCESS MAGAZINE Volume 3 Issue 2 | Page 30

“Spill the Tea” is often used as a phrase to share gossip or secrets. In today’s society, mothers and daughters are sharing the same space, but not spilling the tea. Questions go unanswered and topics remain taboo. Let’s Spill the Tea aims to help break the silence and open the lines of communication on tough subjects. Mission Statement To facilitate “moments” that help mothers learn how to communicate effectively with their daughters. The objective is to show mothers how to open dialogue promoting healthy relationships. Breaking the silence within the household and opening the lines of communication on tough subjects. Audience Intended for women and girls of all ethnicities; ages 14-21 Programs 90 minute sessions will be shared either through a tea atmosphere or through workshops for mothers and their girls. Let’s Spill the Tea uses table top questions to start dialogue on a range of situations such as social media, HIV/ AIDS, misogynistic music, drugs and alcohol, dating violence, and body image. Benefits • • • • • Breaks the cycle of silence between mothers and daughters Educates parents on challenges in today’s society Decreases risk of abuse, peer pressure, and hazardous behavior Increases self-esteem, and safety Fosters effective communication between mother and child