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The Women’s Initiative offers a variety of programs, groups, and workshops to help support mental health in our communities.
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Bienestar Healthy Relationships
Tuesdays, July 16–30
In person at The Women’s Initiative main office (1101 East High Street, Charlottesville) and virtually via Zoom
Join us to explore the dynamics of healthy relationships in our lives. We will learn about unhealthy relationship dynamics and strategies to cultivate accepting and compassionate relationships with ourselves and the people in our lives. Facilitated by Ingrid Ramos, LPC, and Kassandra Baltazar, MSW.
To register for the group, please call 434.328.1800 or email bienestar@thewomensinitiative.org.
Grief and Loss: Gentle Movements to Process and Heal
Tuesdays, August 6–20
In person at The Women’s Initiative main office
In life, we suffer losses that may cause us a lot of pain. This could be the loss of a loved one, a dream, your land, or a pet. Come share time in community with other Latinas to process and heal through gentle movements and reflection. Facilitated by Laura Somel, MSW .
To register for the group, please contact 434.270.0926 or email bienestar@thewomensinitiative.org.
Art and Joy: Story Cloths
Mondays, September 9–30
Join us in cultivating a space of creative expression with other Latinas in your community while exploring the healing power of cultural connection and visual story telling through textiles. Using fabric scraps, hand-sewing, and patchwork techniques inspired by Chilean arpilleras and traditional Mexican embroidery, each participant will work towards creating a visual story cloth centered on resilience and healing. No prior sewing experience is necessary; we will support in learning foundational sewing stitches. *This group will be run in a bilingual format in Spanish and English. Led by Alma Molina and Karina Monroy, Clinical Art Therapy Intern.
To register for the group, call 434.328.1800, email bienestar@thewomensinitiative.org.
Art and Joy: Story Cloths
Mondays, September 9–30
Join us in cultivating a space of creative expression with other Latinas in your community while exploring the healing power of cultural connection and visual story telling through textiles. Using fabric scraps, hand-sewing, and patchwork techniques inspired by Chilean arpilleras and traditional Mexican embroidery, each participant will work towards creating a visual story cloth centered on resilience and healing. No prior sewing experience is necessary; we will support in learning foundational sewing stitches. *This group will be run in a bilingual format in Spanish and English. Led by Alma Molina and Karina Monroy, Clinical Art Therapy Intern.
To register for the group, call 434.328.1800, email bienestar@thewomensinitiative.org.
Art and Joy: Story Cloths
Mondays, September 9–30
Join us in cultivating a space of creative expression with other Latinas in your community while exploring the healing power of cultural connection and visual story telling through textiles. Using fabric scraps, hand-sewing, and patchwork techniques inspired by Chilean arpilleras and traditional Mexican embroidery, each participant will work towards creating a visual story cloth centered on resilience and healing. No prior sewing experience is necessary; we will support in learning foundational sewing stitches. *This group will be run in a bilingual format in Spanish and English. Led by Alma Molina and Karina Monroy, Clinical Art Therapy Intern.
To register for the group, call 434.328.1800, email bienestar@thewomensinitiative.org.
Art and Joy: Story Cloths
Mondays, September 9–30
Join us in cultivating a space of creative expression with other Latinas in your community while exploring the healing power of cultural connection and visual story telling through textiles. Using fabric scraps, hand-sewing, and patchwork techniques inspired by Chilean arpilleras and traditional Mexican embroidery, each participant will work towards creating a visual story cloth centered on resilience and healing. No prior sewing experience is necessary; we will support in learning foundational sewing stitches. *This group will be run in a bilingual format in Spanish and English. Led by Alma Molina and Karina Monroy, Clinical Art Therapy Intern.
To register for the group, call 434.328.1800, email bienestar@thewomensinitiative.org.
Writing for Healing: Sharing Stories
Every Thursday from June 6 - June 27
Virtually via Zoom
All Latina women are welcome to join this virtual four-session group to learn how to share our stories through poetry rooted in cultural celebration and community power. Experienced writers and those who have never written poetry before are encouraged to attend. This group is a safe space to write freely and share with other women to support one another on our healing journeys. *This group is facilitated in Spanish by a bilingual facilitator. Led by Mariana Araujo Herrera
To register for the group, call 434.328.1800 or email bienestar@thewomensinitiative.org.
Cultivating Self-Care Skills
Every Thursday from May 30 – June 20
Join us for an active class for Latina women to learn gentle movements to promote relaxation. Learn how to strengthen the connection between our bodies and mind to promote healing and well-being. *This group is facilitated in Spanish by a bilingual facilitator. Facilitated by Alma Molina
To register for the group, call 434.328.1800 or email bienestar@thewomensinitiative.org.
Cultivating Self-Care Skills
Every Thursday from May 30 – June 20
Join us for an active class for Latina women to learn gentle movements to promote relaxation. Learn how to strengthen the connection between our bodies and mind to promote healing and well-being. *This group is facilitated in Spanish by a bilingual facilitator. Facilitated by Alma Molina