About Us
Partnering with Dallas-Fort Worth communities for a brighter future
Welcome to the Sharla D. Wooten Foundation website. We are dedicated to providing educational resources to young people in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex. Our mission is to empower and support our youth by raising awareness of important issues such as HIV/AIDS, teen pregnancy, and sexting laws.
Sharla D. Wooten
HIV/AIDS Awareness
One of the most critical strategies for halting the spread of HIV is providing accurate, age-appropriate education about the virus before individuals become sexually active. At our foundation, we design our programs specifically for young adults who are or may become sexually active, including providing opportunities for HIV testing and addressing any positive results with linkage to care. We believe that early education and prompt treatment are key in preventing the transmission of HIV and supporting the well-being of young people.
Teen Pregnancy Prevention
We are dedicated to advancing healthy relationships and averting teenage pregnancy, as well as serving women and families in all phases of life. Our programs offer guidance and resources for adolescents, girls, expectant and parenting teens, and their families. Our approach is holistic and empowering, providing the knowledge and resources for individuals to make informed decisions about their sexual and reproductive health and well-being.
Education Resources
We provide educational materials that can be employed in learning settings to aid and enhance teenage development and education. Our resources are geared to enhance retention of information and in certain situations, enable users to apply their knowledge. Our approach is to create an interactive and engaging learning experience for teens to make the most of their education.
Youth & Adult voter Education
In every election, voter and civic education are necessary to ensure that all constituents—men and women alike—understand their rights, their political system, the contests they are being asked to decide, and how and where to vote. We strive to educate both adults and youth on their roles in the voting process.
Teen Sexting Laws and Prevention
While exchanging explicit content, commonly known as sexting, is permissible between consenting adults, it is illegal for minors to engage in such activity. Young people who share explicit imagery or videos are exposing themselves to legal repercussions under child pornography laws. These laws are implemented to safeguard minors from being exploited sexually. It’s crucial for minors to be aware of these laws and to understand the severe consequences of breaking them.
Our Mission
Building strong partnerships with Dallas-Fort Worth communities
The mission of the Sharla D. Wooten Foundation is to empower and support young people living in the Dallas-Fort Worth area through education and civic engagement. We strive to raise awareness of HIV/AIDS, prevent teen pregnancy, educate teens on sexting laws, and promote voter education and registration among both youth and adults, in order to create a brighter future for our communities.
What we do
Our mission is to improve the educational and personal growth outcomes for youth in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex by offering community-centric, high-quality programs and services. Our goal is to empower young people in our communities through access to excellence resources to support them in their development and well-being.
Thank you for visiting our website. We invite you to explore our programs, initiatives, and services to learn more about how you can get involved and make a difference in the lives of young people in our community.
Our approach is holistic and empowering, providing the knowledge and resources for individuals to make informed decisions about their sexual and reproductive health and well-being.