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The P.E.A.R. Academy, An Online Charm School From Girl Stance

Two Black girls holding hands.
Girl Stance

Four years ago, Roe Anderson founded Girl Stance here in the Chattanooga area.

The nonprofit - aiming to improve the wellbeing of young Black girls - began by offering yoga retreats and a mindfulness program.

Since then, Girl Stance has helped 10,000 girls in this area.

Today, the nonprofit has evolved and moved online, just launching a new initiative known as The P.E.A.R. Academy.

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