Ages 18-25
This stage in life is filled with ideas, uncertainty, and lots of change! Transitioning from late adolescence to young adulthood is the part of life where you're legally considered an adult but far from being an emotional or logical adult. Most young adults struggle to balance the responsibility and the freedom of being a newfound adult. This phase of life is filled with reckless behavior and the naïveté that they will have the world all figured out, and this is when most young adults are given grace in their mistakes and sometimes foolish decisions.
Young Black women enter into this final phase of womanhood and are often well aware that the traditional rules of life do not apply. Black women in this age group have been taught through their experiences that they must transition into each more mature, well behaved, remain loyal to their detriment, and they must be quiet about it all.
TCI at USC
We are cultivating a space of belonging, empowerment, and transformation for Black girls and gender-expansive youth. We are a nonprofit mentoring program exclusively offered at the University of Southern California (USC). We provide dynamic, personalized support for both undergraduate and graduate students navigating their academic, professional, and personal journeys as Black women.
We are proud to be a recognized student organization at USC, and our presence continues to grow. What began as a grassroots initiative is now a powerful community of scholars, leaders, and change-makers who are defining their own narratives together.
TCI in Action ✨
TCI in Action ✨
Step Inside a Confab Below
See how our mentees lead, learn, and thrive—watch past Confab moments below.
Experience the Journey: Watch Our Excursions in Action
Our excursions aren’t just events, they’re transformational experiences.
Real Talk from Real Ones
Our guest speakers are leaders, change makers, and remarkable individuals who generously share their wisdom with our girls.
What Makes TCI Different?
At The Collective Identity, we don’t just mentor—we nurture, affirm, and empower. What sets us apart is our commitment to 360° holistic support. From real talk about life’s challenges to curated wellness experiences, from career prep to soul-nourishing community we meet our mentees where they are and walk beside them as they grow.
We’re a safe space where vulnerability is honored, a sisterhood where every voice matters, and a vibrant community that knows how to uplift and have fun.