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Impact
The Empowerment Network has proudly served the St. Louiscommunity with life-saving outreach and education.
1,400
Outreach Events
1,400
PSA Tests Provided
4,700
Men Counseled & Supported
18
Years Serving St. Louis
Who We Are
The Empowerment Network (TEN) exists to save lives by delivering culturally responsive education, prevention, support, and advocacy for men and their families affected by prostate cancer. Through community-centered programs and evidence-based practices, we work to reduce cancer-related deaths and improve long-term health outcomes one family, one community at a time.
From A Whisper To A Roar
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After confronting metastatic prostate cancer head-on, St. Louis native Mellve Shahid used his journey to uplift and empower others. He created an organization dedicated to education, support, and early detection. Now, his mission is changing lives across the African American community.
OUR PROGRAMS
Support & Community
Monthly Support Groups and Coffee & Conversation, because no man should face this alone.
Free PSA Screenings
Our PSA Screening Voucher Program provides free screenings to uninsured and underinsured men in St. Louis
Kits for Recovery
After Surgery Kits and Caregiver's Kits delivered to men and families navigating treatment.
UPCOMING EVENTS
The First Ladies of St. Louis: Sixth Annual Health Empowerment Seminar!
Thirty-eight First Ladies and partner organizations are committed to bringing you one of the most significant family screening events of the year! Join us as we discuss some of the most pressing health issues affecting our community, including diabetes prevention, gut health, the rise of colon cancer among younger adults, prostate cancer and practical ways to reduce your risk.
Date: Saturday, November 7th
Time: 8:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Location: Greater Grace Church - 3690 Pershall Rd. Ferguson, MO 63135
SAVE THE DATE!
Give Me 10! First Responder Health Fair & Prostate Cancer Screening Event!
After tremendous success, we are back and continuing our mission to protect those who protect us! Mark your calendars for the 2nd Annual "Give Me 10!" First Responders Health Fair and Prostate Cancer Screening Event on Saturday, September 18, 2027, from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm at Central Middle School. Join us for free PSA screenings, metabolic testing, health education, and community wellness resources tailored for our first responders and their families. Save the date and take 10 minutes that could save a life!
Date: Saturday, September 18, 2027
Time: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Location: Central Middle School | 9800 Patricia Barkalow Drive. St. Louis, MO 63137
Highlights: FREE PSA Screenings, Metabolic Screenings, and health education
Mark Your Calendars, and we'll see you Next Year
Click here to see our successful 2026 Event
HOW TO HELP
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Donate
Your gift funds free education, surgery kits, and the programs that keep men alive.
Volunteer
Show up for your community. TEN needs passionate people to help us reach more men.
Spread the Word
Share TEN's mission with the men in your life. A conversation could save a life.
BE INFORMED
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