Deliberate & Afraid of Nothing A workshop series for Black women (self-identified), intersex, non-binary, and Two Spirit people who have experienced gender-based violence Connect with others through yoga, art, poetry, and dance. Learn about your nervous system and how to connect with your body’s wisdom.   Thursday, April 22, 11 am – 12:30 pm:  Aisha Tambo, Nervous System 101 – Tools to Support Connection Thursday, April 29, 11 am – 12:30 pm: Stephanie Latty, Restorative Yoga Practice Thursday, May 6, 11 am – 12:30 pm: Apanaki Temitayo, Poetry & African Textile Art Thursday, May 13, 11 am – 12:30 pm: Kay-Ann Ward,  Mind, Body & Spirit Activation, “Caribbean Dance”   For more info, or to register please call 416-323-9149 ext. 234 or email: [email protected] Supplies provided I Interpreters available upon request I Zoom tech support available upon request I No previous group experience needed I Limited spaces available. #deliberateandafraidofnothing #schliferclinic #traumainformedworkshop #artfacilitation (at Barbra Schlifer Commemorative Clinic) https://www.instagram.com/p/CNigk8rgRD0/?igshid=j1zjbzu9nmfc

Today was my last workshop facilitation with the Barbara Schlifer Commemorative Clinic, Open Studio. Today we explored transformation, rebirth and renewal with butterflies as the focal point. It is always a treasure working with women in trauma with art being a vehicle for expression. It was truly a pleasure working with the dedicated staff. Thank you Jacqueline, Maha, Michelle (Jane Tweed), Natashca, Camille and everyone who helped the workshops run smoothly. It is always a pleasure and can't wait to work with you again. Upcoming dates for Open Studio Drop-In Program Friday, May 24th 1–3pm Saturday, June 1 11am–1pm Tuesday, June 4 5–7pm Friday, June 14 1–3pm Saturday June 22 11 am–1pm Tuesday June 25 5–7pm Tokens are available to those in need. • Registration for this group not required. • No previous group experience is needed. • Language interpretation is available, including ASL or Deaf interpretation. Must be booked in advance by calling the Schlifer Clinic Intake at 416-323-9149 ext 234. #schliferclinic #openstudiodropin #arttherapy #traumainformedworkshop (at Barbra Schlifer Commemorative Clinic) https://www.instagram.com/p/BxdtJUogreM/?igshid=uxm49l66kgpl

At Barbra Schlifer Clinic Open Studio Drop-In Project I had the honor to see the impact of my art practice on fellow women in trauma and to feel the love of these women who like me, were on a journey to get back to themselves. There we some happy tears shed and lots of loving support too. Honestly, this is the main reason I do what I do to give back. Please check out the last installment of the Open Studio Drop-In Project on Saturday March 30th from 11am - 1pm with Suzanne Thompson. Tokens are available to those who need them. Registration for the group not required No previous group experience needed #schliferclinic #openstudiodropin #buildingconnection #throughcreativity #traumainformedworkshop (at Barbra Schlifer Commemorative Clinic) https://www.instagram.com/p/BveLXiag6EF/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1xocn1d42geep