Meet Azalea Banegas. Azalea, now the Associate Manager of Influencer Marketing at SKIMS, joined Step Up in 2013 at just 14 years old.
Learn more about how Step Up impacted Azalea’s confidence and career journey and how you can support young women.
How has a Step Up mentor or experience supported your confidence, opened a door, or helped you discover a new path?
“I am incredibly grateful for Step Up and the impact it has had on my life. Through its mentorship program, I gained not only valuable guidance but also the confidence to pursue opportunities I once thought were out of reach. From helping me land my first internship to introducing me to mentors I still hold close to my heart today, this program has played an instrumental role in shaping both my personal growth and professional aspirations.”
Where are you today?
“As I grow my career in marketing, I am committed to mentoring and supporting first-generation Latinas, empowering them to pursue their goals with confidence.”
Want to support young women like Azalea? With an annual gift of $1,500, Luminary Circle Members make it possible for one teen girl to participate in a full semester of after-school career exploration and mentorship programming. Your investment directly fuels the confidence, curiosity, and leadership skills that help girls envision – and pursue – their future dreams of success.
Donate today to support Step Up girls nationwide!
P.S. Not ready to join the Luminary Circle? Your support at any level still makes a meaningful difference!
