Hiyaah Power

OH WOW! Launch in NYC a Success

15 dyamic contributors from 100 Words of Wisdom for Women convened in New York City to officially launch the book at Unity First.com's World Business Summit.  Stedman Graham, A'Lelia Bundles, Blanche Williams, Alicia Evans, Jewel Diamond Taylor and Ralph Carter were just a few of the World Business Summit special guests.  On Saturday, OH WOW! held a reading at the HueMan Book Store & Cafe in Harlem.

 

OH WOW Book Signings Nationwide

Emails and calls are coming in from dynamic women's organizations nationwide interested in hosting OH WOW! booksignings.  Be sure to check out the calendar to meet up with the powerhouse OH WOW! women in a city near you.  http://www.hiyaahpower.com/calendar.asp

Sept. 23-24th OH WOW! will be discussed at the Unity First.com World Business Summit in NYC.  A signing will be held on Saturday afternoon at the Hue-Man Bookstore in Harlem.

We Support OH WOW! Page

Due to overwhelming support of the OH WOW! project, we have created a We Support OH WOW! page on the website.  Organizations, businesses, civic groups and faith-based organizations are encouraged to email us with your logo, website and contact information to be included on this "Virtual Wall of Support."  This information will be accessed by OH WOW and Hiyaah Power members, visitors and the press.  For more info, email wall@100wordsofwisdom.com .

OH WOW on AOL Black Voices

Bringing Women Into the Future

By Patrice Gaines, Special to AOL Black Voices

Creating a Womanist, Tech-Driven Future

Niambi Jarvis formed a community of women using her skills as an information technology consultant and the most important tool of her generation: a computer. She developed Hiyaah Power, a website offering tele-seminars, virtual conferences, a radio program and opportunities to network with women of color around the world.

"If a woman does not possess a sense of empowerment, I strive to provide access to resources and people who can help that sister on her path to empowerment," said Jarvis, 33. "Hiyaah Power is a double entendre, a play on words. I am acknowledging the Hiyaah Power that exists in the universe and within each of us."

Elder Vikki Johnson, a radio talk show host in Washington and presenter at T.D. Jake's national MegaFest, calls Jarvis's ability to collaborate with others and form networks "the dirty work that makes a difference."

"It's not glamorous work but it makes a difference," said Johnson, recalling how Hiyaah Power partnered to present one of her quarterly "Girl Talk" sessions. Johnson asked women, who came from all over the country, to bring clothes to give to Hiyaah Power's 'Lend Me Your Hand Campaign' to help women in homeless shelters.

"The response was tremendous," said Johnson.

Jarvis, responsible for collecting the clothes, had to also get the donations distributed. "It's hard to get people to do this kind of work because you really have to have a service heart," said Johnson.

But collaborations excite Jarvis. She is also passionate about getting women of color "to use the web and open their minds to new technology." As the owner of an information technology company in Lorton, Va., she was working with major government contractors when she saw the possibilities for building a new community for women. She learned on the job, took computer technology courses and taught herself some of the skills she needed to build the virtual Hiyaah Power community.

She had already created Esinglemoms.com for single mothers. But she got married and also noticed that many of the women using the site were neither mothers nor single. So Jarvis created Hiyaah Power, which went online in May 2004 and now has members in 40 states, the United Kingdom, Jamaica, Trinidad, Barbados and West Africa. Jarvis reports 10,000 to 35,000 hits on the site a week.

A lot of the services offered are free, she says, but there are $25 and $50 memberships that allow professionals to network, market their businesses and receive training through Hiyaah Power -- all membership benefits that are not available to everyone.

“Being a member has afforded me the opportunity to meet, share and network with amazing women globally, not only on a professional level but on a personal one as well,” said Denise G. Hanney, CEO/Founder of The Spa Expectation Corporation/Expectations Mobile Spa & Women’s Resource Service in Hampton, Va.

There is always something going on at Hiyaah Power. Visitors can participate in town hall conferences, read about or list a special event or share a testimony. There is a book club chat room and other chats for moms on subjects like fitness and nutrition or relationships. People sign up for free tele-seminars at the website, then receive confirmation by email and dial a phone number to listen to the seminars by phone. Recent topics have included 'How to Get Just About Anything You Want' and 'Multiply Your Customer Base.'

There is also Hiyaah Power Radio, a show aired through ePrayze Radio on Thursday from 2:30 to 3 P.M. EST. Jarvis describes the program as 'an alternative talk show -- all positive -- spotlighting dynamic women of color."

In November, Hiyaah Power will host its first virtual conference, pulling together seven female-headed organizations and featuring small business gurus and motivational speakers. Jarvis expects the participation fee to be $49.95.

Also this fall, the web community publishes its first book, '100 Words of Wisdom for Women: A 31-Day Exercise in Empowerment,' which features the voices of women authors, executives, ministers and others. Proceeds from the sales will go to 'Lend Me Your Hand,' the campaign to help women and children in shelters around the country. Meanwhile, women using '100 Words of Wisdom' will be able to sign on to Hiyaah Power to chat with some of the book's contributors and do supplemental exercises.

It's Jarvis's goal to spark one million women to transform their lives because of the encouragement found in '100 Words of Wisdom.'

"I don’t believe anybody will want to settle for mediocrity when she opens this book," she says, stressing on her use of the feminine pronoun. "She'll realize how truly exceptional she can be."

"After all," she adds, "this could be the answer to a prayer that many women have been praying for generations…the power to go to the next level -- a Hiyaah level."

About the Author
Patrice Gaines is a writer living in South Carolina. She is the author of 'Laughing In the Dark' and 'Moments of Grace.'

OH WOW! Launches New Website

100 Word of Wisdom for Women launches its new website.  http://www.100wordsofwisdom.com or http://www.OHWOWonline.com.  The site is representative of the cutting edge technology that Hiyaah Power prides itself on.  "I wanted women to become excited about the dynamic nature of the OH WOW! project.  I believe our new website does just that.", states Niambi Jarvis, co-editor of 100 Words of Wisdom and CEO of Hiyaah Power Inc.

Hiyaah Power and OH WOW! was just featured on The Voices, hosted by Queen Jefferson of WOL, Radio One on Saturday.  We have received tremendous response as women await the release of the book.  100 Words of Wisdom for Women can be pre-ordered at a 15% discount online today.

George Fraser endorses OH WOW!

“I love this book; I couldn’t put it down, each day inspiringly lead to the next.  I love the fact that

Niambi Jarvis

and Lisa Bartley-Lacey took the time, did the research, compiled, edited and created a book that helps women deeply understand the principles that have been practiced successfully for generations.  I was inspired by the collective insight and wisdom of some of

America

’s brightest minds.  This exercise in empowerment is a must read for all women who are serious about leading a fulfilling and productive life.  Bravo to Lisa and Niambi for such a wonderful contribution to humankind.”

--George C. Fraser, Author

Success Runs In Our Race

Awesome singer, Carmen Calhoun supports OH WOW!

Carmen Calhoun is a dynamic praise and worship singer.  This sister is AWESOME!  She writes her lyrics, melodies and has the voice of an angel.  What really struck me the most...her obedience in walking in her ordained purpose.  "Celebrate Recovery" is the new theme song for the soon to be released OH WOW website.

About Lend Me Your Hand

Lend Me Your Hand has positioned itself to provide valuable resources to women and children who are fleeing abusive situations across the country through education and a dynamic network of sponsorship.  Hiyaah Power initiated an annual 50 State Shelter Donation Campaign in 2004 wherein women's shelters, businesses and organizations all over the country combined their services, products and resources to help battered women and their families.  The overall mission of this outreach effort is multiple:

v     Coordinating various leaders of the private, public, non-profit, and faith-based sectors, using focused media participation to increase awareness of the importance of domestic violence prevention.

v     Coordinating multi-level sponsorship of critical resources for distribution to shelter residents across the

United States

during the holiday season. These resources include professional clothing, beauty aids, employment assistance, complimentary grooming, etc.

v     Providing shelter residents with these basic resources, supported by mentor/mentee relationships and community involvement, will increase self esteem and provide much-needed support mechanisms.

Such activities are intended to provide shelter residents with a much needed sense of support by fellow women who are successful, professional, some survivors of domestic violence; women who have overcome various obstacles in their lives and are looking for a purposeful way to give back to the female community. 

 

Welcome to the 100 Words of Wisdom for Women Blog

100 Words of Wisdom for Women is destined to be a unique collection of wisdom, insight and reflections from the most powerful and eloquent women of our time.  Its purpose is to inspire and guide the reader through a 31-day journey of self-discovery and empowerment.  Proceeds from the book will support the Lend Me Your Hand national domestic violence advocacy campaign.

100 Words of Wisdom for Women validates the greatness within every woman and inspires her to journal, reflect and reflect the greatness within her own body, mind and spirit in a cathartic 31-day journey from which she shall never return.  This anthology features 31 uncommonly wise and gifted women providing revelation into the very core of life mastery for women. Their contributions give voice to the wisdom that is and give birth to the wisdom which is to come.  Click here to see some of the contributors to this project.