PACE Center for Girls of Jacksonville

Mission Statement

PACE provides girls and young women an opportunity for a better future through education, counseling, training and advocacy. First and foremost our philosophy is to value all girls and young women, believing each one deserves an opportunity to find her voice, achieve her potential and celebrate a life defined by responsibility, dignity, serenity and grace. Secondly, throughout our programs, we use a strength-based approach which focuses on the potential of each girl not the poor choices she may make. Constantly looking for opportunities for recognition, we begin the process of helping the girls build self-confidence in an environment that celebrates the female perspective and for many it gives them their first chance to just enjoy being a girl. In this environment, PACE girls go on to become productive citizens who take responsibility for themselves and for helping others. They complete their education, begin careers, repair family relationships and celebrate their achievements.