- 2.18 Vision
Elevating and Empowering Women through Community Events, Personal Growth and Healing Initiatives
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Each of these programs are designed to further our goals to promote coping skills, self-care, wellness,and personal financial empowerment to women in Southern California and beyond.
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Our Vision
We Envision A World Where We Elevate Women
At 2.18 Vision, we envision a world where women are empowered to heal, grow and thrive within a nurturing community, inspired by personal journeys of resilience and transformation.
Our Programs
What We Do
2.18 Vision is dedicated to elevating and empowering women through community events, personal growth and healing initiatives. Inspired by the personal experience of our founder, who lost her beloved father, we are committed to creating a nurturing community where individuals can heal, grow and thrive.
Women Elevating Women
Our goal is to host local women and families in the community, to ensure that they are educated and well-prepared to handle major life events and transitional life phases, pursue entrepreneurial dreams and improve their overall health and well being.
- Over 50 vendors, over 100 speakers and over 500 attendees
- Quarterly seminar offerings on a wide variety of topics
- We discuss entrepreneurship, homeownership, investing, social media management and more
A Holiday Drive
- Supporting daughters during their first holiday season without their father
- Offering personalized gifts as a gesture of remembrance
- Creating a comforting space for women and girls to commemorate their fathers
- Extending our heartfelt support to those navigating loss during the holidays
Grief Gatherings
Our goal is to create a day of healthy coping and remembrance, while building positive social bonds. During these gatherings, we have a
healthy and proactive outing, eat a meal together, write letters to our fathers and discuss topics such as:
- Creating a safe space for healthy coping and remembrance
- Cultivating meaningful connections and collective support
- Delving into vital discussions on navigating grief and prioritizing self-care
- Gain valuable insights into financial literacy and technology's role in healing
About Our Founder
Nekaya Carter is a compassionate advocate and visionary leader,
deeply inspired by the profound impact her father had on her life. Throughout her journey as a real estate broker and the founder of 2.18 Vision, she continues to honor her father’s wisdom and teachings.
February 18th holds a special place in Nekaya’s heart as it marks the birthday of her beloved father. He would often emphasize the importance of having a vision and purpose, a message that resonated deeply with Nekaya. It is through his profound influence that the name of her nonprofit organization 2.18 Vision was born, symbolizing not only his birthday but also the power of having a clear purpose in life.
Nekaya is a proud graduate of the prestigious UC Berkeley, where she earned her bachelor’s degree. She furthered her education at Long Beach State, obtaining a Master of Arts in Sport Management which has significantly contributed to her exceptional leadership and organizational skills.
With over fifteen years of experience as a Real Estate Broker, Nekaya’s dedication goes beyond transactions. She firmly believes in the power of education and empowerment which led her to establish the Real Estate Mentorship Program at 2.18 Vision. Through this program, she shares her wealth of knowledge and fostering the dreams of aspiring real estate professionals.
Nekaya’s journey is a testament to the triumph of legacy, as she stands as living proof that the impact of her father’s teachings continues through her work as a real estate broker and her passionate efforts with 2.18 Vision.
As a loving mother of three young adult children, Nekaya’s nurturing spirit extends to her community. Under her leadership, 2.18 Vision has organized impactful programs such as Women Elevating Women: A Day of Health, Wealth, and Empowerment. These events provide seminars and resources, equipping women with the tools they need to overcome challenges and pursue their dreams.
Additionally, the organization’s Holiday Drive ensures that young girls in Southern California find support and embrace during the first holiday season after losing their fathers. The program provides positive role models, gifts and special outings to help these young girls cope with grief and honor their fathers’ legacies.
Every real estate transaction facilitated by Nekaya’s brokerage also contributes to 2.18 Vision, making a direct impact on the programs and activities that positively impact the community.
Nekaya Carter’s dedication to empowering others, her commitment to honoring her father’s legacy and her strong educational background have made a profound impact on the lives of many. Through her work as a real estate broker and the visionary leader of 2.18 Vision, she continues to inspire positive change and carrying forward the valuable lessons her father shared about the importance of having a vision and purpose in life.
Real Estate and Mortgage Mentorship Program
This program serves to honor the legacy and teachings of my father, Terry Carter. Through his guidance, I was able to create a wealth of knowledge, establish a family empire and further my entrepreneurial dreams. It is the goal of this program to share real estate and investment mentorship with others, so they may pursue their dreams as well.
This program began February 18, 2022 and is held every February 18th. During this mentorship program, the selected candidate will receive financial sponsorship for real estate applications and licensing fees, memberships in professional trade organizations and other professional guidance over the course of the year.
Our Story
Learn more about why 2.18 Vision was created and the reason we strive to elevate others!
Our Next Events
Grief Gatherings
Welcome to Grief Gatherings! This event will provide a safe space for sharing and learning how to manage these complex feelings.
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A Holiday Drive
Help us support daughters who have lost their fathers this year. Let’s come together to bring comfort during this first challenging holiday season.
- December 2024
- To Be Announced
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Women Elevating Women: A Day of Health, Wealth and Empowerment
Get ready for an empowering afternoon where women come together to educate, elevate and empower each other. Mark your calendars—you won’t want to miss this!
- November 16, 2024
- 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
- Signal Hill, CA
Change A Life Today
Dedicated to elevating others, facilitating real estate career opportunities for both men and women and offering support to families in their grief journey. Inspired by the personal experience of our founder, who lost her beloved father. We are committed to creating a nurturing community where individuals can heal, grow and thrive.
Our Team
Meet Our Board
Nekaya Carter
Executive Director
Dr. Michelle R. Hannah
Chairman of the Board
Helena J. Conley
Chief Financial Officer
Veronica Callaway
Vice President, Secretary
Al Jones
Board Member
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