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SUMMARY:Yoga for Survivors - Virtual Sessions!
DESCRIPTION:Every Tuesday at 4 p.m. via Zoom \nHopeWorks is partnering with Three and a Half Acres Yoga(THAY) to bring survivors free yoga sessions. This will be an on-going program! \nTHAY partners with community organizations within Harlem\, Upper Manhattan\, and virtually. They focus on serving folks facing emotional\, physical or social trauma. THAY provides yoga\, breathing and mindfulness programs to nonprofits to support their existing missions and build bridges of understanding among neighbors. \nPlease note that you will be able to participate while seated or on a mat. \nHow It Works\nAfter you register\, you will receive a confirmation email containing the link to join the event on Zoom. \nNew to using Zoom? Check out our guide for tips and instructions! \nThis is a free program\, but pre-registration is required! \nClick Here to Register! \nAbout HopeWorks’ Preservation Circle\nSurvivors are invited to join us for Preservation Circle events. Through engaging and creative activities survivors of sexual (including adult survivors of child sexual abuse) and intimate partner violence meet to cultivate continued courage\, self-compassion\, connection\, wellness and self-directed advocacy. \nClick here to download event flier.
URL:https://hopeworksofhc.org/event/yoga-for-survivors-virtual-sessions-13-2023-04-04/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Our Voice
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SUMMARY:We Are the Light Vigil for Sexual Assault Awareness and Child Sexual Abuse Prevention
DESCRIPTION:  \nPlease join us at the We Are the Light Vigil commemorating victims and survivors of all forms of sexual violence. \n  \nApril is Sexual Assault Awareness Month and Child Sexual Abuse Prevention Month. During this month\, HopeWorks engages in various campaigns to alert the public about these issues. \nThe gathering will feature inspiration from survivors\, community partners\, advocates\, and an expressive performance. \nThis event is made possible by the Howard County Arts Council through a grant from Howard County Government. \n  \nClick Here to Register!
URL:https://hopeworksofhc.org/event/we-are-the-light-vigil-for-sexual-assault-awareness-and-child-sexual-abuse-prevention/
LOCATION:Online Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Vanita Leatherwood":MAILTO:vleatherwood@hopeworksofhc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230408T120000
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SUMMARY:Preservation Circle
DESCRIPTION:  \nSurvivors who are out of crisis are invited to join us on the Second Saturday of each month for Preservation Circle events. Through engaging and creative activities\, survivors of sexual (including adult survivors of child sexual abuse) and intimate partner violence gather to cultivate continued courage\, self-compassion\, connection\, wellness and self-directed advocacy. \n  \nThis program is sponsored by a grant from the Horizon Foundation. \nClick Here to Register!
URL:https://hopeworksofhc.org/event/preservation-circle-2023-04-08/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:Our Voice,Preservation Circle
ORGANIZER;CN="Sandra Price":MAILTO:sprice@hopeworksofhc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230411T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230411T170000
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SUMMARY:OASIS: A Survivors Support & Self-Care Group
DESCRIPTION:  \nSurvivors are invited to attend OASIS\, a support and self-care group. This monthly in-person gathering will provide opportunities for connection\, healing\, and shared learning. We will spend time exploring a variety of ways to reflect and cultivate resiliency\, using guided meditation\, practicing stress relief techniques\, and engaging in expressive-art activities. \nThis is an ongoing monthly group that meets on the second Tuesday of each month\, and participants may attend every month or whenever they are able. \n  \nFor more information or to register\, please email us at cedevents@hopeworksofhc.org or call co-facilitator Vanita Leatherwood at (410) 997-0304.
URL:https://hopeworksofhc.org/event/oasis-a-survivors-support-self-care-group-2023-04-11/
LOCATION:HopeWorks\, 9770 Patuxent Woods Drive\, Suite 100\, Columbia\, MD\, 21046\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Vanita Leatherwood":MAILTO:vleatherwood@hopeworksofhc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230411T160000
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SUMMARY:Yoga for Survivors - Virtual Sessions!
DESCRIPTION:Every Tuesday at 4 p.m. via Zoom \nHopeWorks is partnering with Three and a Half Acres Yoga(THAY) to bring survivors free yoga sessions. This will be an on-going program! \nTHAY partners with community organizations within Harlem\, Upper Manhattan\, and virtually. They focus on serving folks facing emotional\, physical or social trauma. THAY provides yoga\, breathing and mindfulness programs to nonprofits to support their existing missions and build bridges of understanding among neighbors. \nPlease note that you will be able to participate while seated or on a mat. \nHow It Works\nAfter you register\, you will receive a confirmation email containing the link to join the event on Zoom. \nNew to using Zoom? Check out our guide for tips and instructions! \nThis is a free program\, but pre-registration is required! \nClick Here to Register! \nAbout HopeWorks’ Preservation Circle\nSurvivors are invited to join us for Preservation Circle events. Through engaging and creative activities survivors of sexual (including adult survivors of child sexual abuse) and intimate partner violence meet to cultivate continued courage\, self-compassion\, connection\, wellness and self-directed advocacy. \nClick here to download event flier.
URL:https://hopeworksofhc.org/event/yoga-for-survivors-virtual-sessions-13-2023-04-11/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Our Voice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230414T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230414T200000
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SUMMARY:HopeWorks Volunteer Recognition & Awards Dinner
DESCRIPTION:Please join us as we celebrate our Volunteers and Community Partners at our Annual Volunteer Awards Program! \nHopeworks is able to carry out the vital work of supporting survivors of sexual and intimate partner violence because of our corps of dedicated volunteers and community partners. \nPlease join us as we celebrate the efforts of our Volunteers and Community Partners\, collectively making societal changes. \n  \nClick Here to Register!
URL:https://hopeworksofhc.org/event/hopeworks-volunteer-recognition-awards-dinner/
LOCATION:HopeWorks\, 9770 Patuxent Woods Drive\, Suite 100\, Columbia\, MD\, 21046\, United States
CATEGORIES:Volunteers
ORGANIZER;CN="Sandra Price":MAILTO:sprice@hopeworksofhc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230415T120000
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SUMMARY:Stewards of Children Child Sexual Abuse Prevention Training for Parents\, Communities and Youth-Serving Organizations
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to prevent\, recognize\, and react responsibly to child sexual abuse. \n  \nApril is Child Sexual Abuse Prevention Month! \nCome join us for this free\, in-person training for parents\, communities and youth-serving organizations. \nYou Will Gain: \n\nIncreased Awareness of the prevalence\, consequences\, and circumstances of child sexual abuse\nNew Skills to help adults prevent\, recognize\, and react responsibly to child sexual abuse\nPositive Changes to organizational policies and procedures\nIndividual Empowerment through an understanding of personal responsibility and\nactionable ways to make a difference\n\n  \nClick Here to Register!
URL:https://hopeworksofhc.org/event/stewards-of-children-child-sexual-abuse-prevention-training-for-parents-communities-and-youth-serving-organizations/
LOCATION:HopeWorks\, 9770 Patuxent Woods Drive\, Suite 100\, Columbia\, MD\, 21046\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Vanita Leatherwood":MAILTO:vleatherwood@hopeworksofhc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230417T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230417T140000
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SUMMARY:HopeWorks Inspiration & Social Justice Book Discussion Group
DESCRIPTION:The HopeWorks Inspiration & Social Justice Book Discussion Group will be reading about social justice and overcoming oppression! \n\n\n\n\n\nPlease join us for the HopeWorks Inspiration & Social Justice Book Discussion Group\, in partnership with the Howard County Library System\, and the East Columbia 50+ Center\, which will meet quarterly at the East Columbia 50+ Center\, located at 6600 Cradlerock Way Columbia\, MD 21045. Print and electronic copies of the selected books may be obtained via the Howard County Library System\, or your regular bookseller/lender. \nDiscussion Group meetings will be held at the East Columbia 50+. \nWe’re trying something new for our next book discussion. \nOur next book selection is…whatever you choose! For our April book discussion\, participants will select an autobiography/biography about any Person of Color (POC) of their choice. Participants will share what they learned about their subject with others. \nWhile you may choose a subject of interest to you\, please note that the following POC have been selected by other group members:  \n\nViola Davis\nIda B. Wells\nFannie Lou Hamer\nBessie Coleman\n\nOur goal is to learn more about the varied experiences of people of color. Need help selecting a subject? Visit the Howard County Library (https://hclibrary.org/) or Goodreads (https://www.goodreads.com/genres/autobiography) for inspiration. \n\nRefreshments provided. \n  \nClick Here to Register!
URL:https://hopeworksofhc.org/event/hopeworks-inspiration-social-justice-book-discussion-group-3/
LOCATION:East Columbia 50+ Center\, 6600 Cradlerock Way\, Columbia\, MD\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Sandra Price":MAILTO:sprice@hopeworksofhc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230418T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230418T170000
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SUMMARY:Yoga for Survivors - Virtual Sessions!
DESCRIPTION:Every Tuesday at 4 p.m. via Zoom \nHopeWorks is partnering with Three and a Half Acres Yoga(THAY) to bring survivors free yoga sessions. This will be an on-going program! \nTHAY partners with community organizations within Harlem\, Upper Manhattan\, and virtually. They focus on serving folks facing emotional\, physical or social trauma. THAY provides yoga\, breathing and mindfulness programs to nonprofits to support their existing missions and build bridges of understanding among neighbors. \nPlease note that you will be able to participate while seated or on a mat. \nHow It Works\nAfter you register\, you will receive a confirmation email containing the link to join the event on Zoom. \nNew to using Zoom? Check out our guide for tips and instructions! \nThis is a free program\, but pre-registration is required! \nClick Here to Register! \nAbout HopeWorks’ Preservation Circle\nSurvivors are invited to join us for Preservation Circle events. Through engaging and creative activities survivors of sexual (including adult survivors of child sexual abuse) and intimate partner violence meet to cultivate continued courage\, self-compassion\, connection\, wellness and self-directed advocacy. \nClick here to download event flier.
URL:https://hopeworksofhc.org/event/yoga-for-survivors-virtual-sessions-13-2023-04-18/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Our Voice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230425T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230425T170000
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UID:12466-1682438400-1682442000@hopeworksofhc.org
SUMMARY:Yoga for Survivors - Virtual Sessions!
DESCRIPTION:Every Tuesday at 4 p.m. via Zoom \nHopeWorks is partnering with Three and a Half Acres Yoga(THAY) to bring survivors free yoga sessions. This will be an on-going program! \nTHAY partners with community organizations within Harlem\, Upper Manhattan\, and virtually. They focus on serving folks facing emotional\, physical or social trauma. THAY provides yoga\, breathing and mindfulness programs to nonprofits to support their existing missions and build bridges of understanding among neighbors. \nPlease note that you will be able to participate while seated or on a mat. \nHow It Works\nAfter you register\, you will receive a confirmation email containing the link to join the event on Zoom. \nNew to using Zoom? Check out our guide for tips and instructions! \nThis is a free program\, but pre-registration is required! \nClick Here to Register! \nAbout HopeWorks’ Preservation Circle\nSurvivors are invited to join us for Preservation Circle events. Through engaging and creative activities survivors of sexual (including adult survivors of child sexual abuse) and intimate partner violence meet to cultivate continued courage\, self-compassion\, connection\, wellness and self-directed advocacy. \nClick here to download event flier.
URL:https://hopeworksofhc.org/event/yoga-for-survivors-virtual-sessions-13-2023-04-25/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Our Voice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230429T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230429T120000
DTSTAMP:20230223T195226Z
CREATED:20210826T154353Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230223T195226Z
UID:12271-1682762400-1682769600@hopeworksofhc.org
SUMMARY:LOVED: A Survivor Self-Care Circle for Black Women
DESCRIPTION:  \nAddressing Intersections of Oppression & Healing \nJoin HopeWorks as we address “triple jeopardy”: the exploitation and oppression experienced by survivors who are black women. Through engaging and creative activities\, we cultivate self-love\, sustained acceptance and affirmation\, beloved community\, and strategies to address the root causes of violence. \nSessions feature expressive-arts techniques\, guided discussions\, seminars\, and guest speakers. Typically the group will meet on the fourth Saturday of the month from 10am to noon. Sessions will be held via Zoom until Spring 2023. \nClick Here to Register!\nClick here for our flier.
URL:https://hopeworksofhc.org/event/loved-a-survivor-self-care-circle-for-black-women-2022-05-21-2023-04-22/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:Self-Care & Social Justice
ORGANIZER;CN="Vanita Leatherwood":MAILTO:vleatherwood@hopeworksofhc.org
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