Welcome to Shades of Sisters (SOS)!
A Sisterhood Cultivated in Community, Rising Together
Step into a space where empowerment, unity, and advocacy come together to create a community that celebrates the strength, resilience, and beauty of women of all shades. At Barstow Community College, SOS is a vibrant purpose-driven sisterhood, a collective that builds each other up, advocates for social justice, and works tirelessly to dismantle societal barriers.
Together, we don't just belong, we build, we lead, and we transform!
Shades of Sisters (SOS) Mission, Vision, & Values:
Mission - Barstow Community College's Shades of Sisters (SOS) program is a group of dedicated students, staff, and faculty focused on creating a sense of belonging and bringing significant improvements for self-identifying female students of color in their personal, professional, educational lives, and on. SOS aims to break down barriers that are based on gender. Our cohort addresses the various goals and challenges faced by Black and brown underrepresented women, providing a safe space for empowerment and holistic support. This cohort is specifically designed to improve leadership skills, academic success, build strong interpersonal connections, and encourage self-care and healing practices.
Vision - We envision a campus where women of color are not only seen but celebrated, a space where their leadership flourishes, stories are honored, and dreams are fully realized. Shades of Sisters strives to be the pulse of change, sparking academic excellence, inclusive leadership, emotional wellness, and a deep culture of radical care. Through intentional connection and unwavering support, we nurture a community where every sister is empowered to rise, thrive, and lead unapologetically.
Together, we are rewriting the narrative, and the world will hear us. Let's start throwing that positive S.H.A.D.E. today!
 Our Vision of S.H.A.D.E. Your Way: |
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S: Sisterhood – Cultivating a powerful, supportive community that fosters belonging, unity, and a platform for the voices of women of color at Barstow Community College. We are stronger together, and here, you’ll find your tribe. |
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H: Harmony – Building a nurturing and inclusive community that values our diverse backgrounds, creates lasting bonds, and empowers us to grow as a collective. The connections you make here will last a lifetime. |
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A: Advocacy – We stand for social justice, equality, and the holistic success of women of color. We actively work against intersectional oppressions and fight for the opportunities and representation we deserve. |
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D: Development – We focus on cultivating leadership skills and opportunities, enhancing academic resilience, and preparing women of color for success. Whether it's graduation, career transitions, or standing up for justice, we have your back. |
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E: Empowerment – Our mission is to dismantle societal barriers, amplify our voices, and ensure that women of color are heard, valued, and equipped with resources to engage and lead within their communities. It's time for us to rise and shine! |
Ready to Join the Family?
If you're seeking sisterhood, purpose, and a space where your voice matters, Shades of Sisters is calling you.
Whether you're ready to lead, heal, connect, or grow, there's a place for you here. Step into your power, build lifelong bonds, and help shape a campus culture rooted in equity and radical care.
Applications are now open, and we want you in the room.
