<I>Her Rite of Passage</I> presents a complete curriculum that shows you what to do to design and carry out a successful African-centered rites program from start to finish. This guidebook will help you: understand the rites of passage process incorporate African-centered rituals and interactive activities into your program develop a better understanding of the social and cultural orientation of African-American girls facilitate weekly rap sessions and plan and organize the initiation retreat and crossover ceremony. </P>