Your Voice Matters Here
Our mission is to advocate for individuals and families in need, providing essential support and resources to uplift our community.
Empower Advocacy Oxford, Incorporated
Our Mission
Empower Advocacy Oxford, Incorporated is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to advocacy, health care, hunger relief, and providing essential resources to underserved and at-risk individuals and families across Lafayette County and surrounding communities.
We offer compassionate support, accessible resources, and personalized mentoring to empower individuals and families to overcome barriers, navigate complex systems, and live with dignity and purpose.
Our holistic approach is designed to enhance lives and cultivate a more inclusive, equitable community—one person, one family, and one solution at a time.
Our Mission
Areas of Support & Advocacy
Enrichment & Community-Based Programs
Championing Inclusion, Empowering Lives!
Volunteering & Civic Engagement
Our comprehensive services are aimed at helping individuals and families access vital support, services, and guidance in areas including:
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Autism Spectrum Disorders and Related Diagnoses
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Disability Rights & Accessibility Advocacy
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Early Intervention for Youth and Students
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Cancer Support & Navigation
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Domestic Violence Resources & Safety Planning
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HIV/AIDS/STD Education and Care Access
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Mental Health Awareness & Referrals
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Veteran Services and Family Assistance
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Basic Needs Assistance (food, clothing, shelter)
We also offer hands-on workshops, trainings, and events that foster confidence, self-advocacy, and community connection, including:
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College & Career Readiness
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Resume Building and Job Interview Prep
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Scholarship Writing Workshops
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Leadership Development Workshops
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IEP Review & Advocacy Support for Families
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Personal Hygiene & Life Skills Training
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Inclusive Recreation and Sensory-Friendly Events
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School Partnerships & Faith-Based Collaborations
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Leading Through Adversity
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Leading Across Generations
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Digital Literacy and Online Safety
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Personal Hygiene and Self-Presentation
We host forums, webinars, and meetings to help boost civic engagement and collaborations for common good-will causes including:
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Volunteering: A How to Guide for Civic Engagement
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Voter Registration
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Voter Education
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Partnerships with local schools, churches, businesses and civic organizations to raise awareness
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Beyond Elections: Civic Engagement Webinar
Our Programs
Who We Are
Empower Advocacy Oxford, Incorporated is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting underserved, at-risk, and vulnerable individuals in our community. We are dedicated to supporting individuals and families in need through advocacy, healthcare access, and resource navigation by helping people locate vital resources—from housing and healthcare to food access and mental health support—while also offering a listening ear, emotional care, and advocacy for those who often feel invisible in larger systems. At Empower Advocacy Oxford, Inc., we strive to create an inclusive community where everyone can thrive.