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SUMMARY:Survivor's Health Project Book Club Meeting: "What My Bones Know" by Stephanie Foo
DESCRIPTION:  \nThe Survivor’s Health Project Book Club is one of several groups offered by HopeWorks of Howard County’s Survivor Support\, Wellbeing\, & Education Programs. \nThroughout the 2026-2027 school year\, the Survivor’s Health Project (SHP) Book Club will dive into four different books exploring social justice\, survivor wellbeing\, and health inspired discussions. During SHP Book Club meetings\, we aim to foster a safe and empowering space to question\, explore\, and replenish our bodies\, minds\, and spirits.  \nJoin us for the our next meeting on September 3\, 2026! We will be discussing “What My Bones Know” by Stephanie Foo. \nInterested in joining our book club? Click Here to RSVP on Eventbrite!
URL:https://hopeworksofhc.org/event/survivors-health-project-book-club-meeting-what-my-bones-know-by-stephanie-foo/
LOCATION:HopeWorks\, Inside the Non-Profit Collaborative\, 9770 Patuxent Woods Drive\, Suite 100\, Columbia\, MD\, 21046
CATEGORIES:Survivors' Health Project
ORGANIZER;CN="Tori Rain":MAILTO:vrain@hopeworksofhc.org
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SUMMARY:CommYOUnity: A Support & Education Group for Survivors Living with Chronic Health Conditions
DESCRIPTION:Join Us for CommYOUnity—A Support & Education Group for Survivors Living with Chronic Health Conditions\n3:00PM – 5:00PM | Zoom\nDuring CommYOUnity\, we recognize that experiences of trauma – including sexual and intimate partner violence – can leave long-lasting impacts on the body and mind. Survivors navigate many different chronic health conditions\, and CommYOUnity aims to create a space for people to gather\, learn\, and connect as we face similar challenges. \nThrough virtual workshops\, listening sessions\, and guest speakers\, participants will explore topics that support wellness\, self-advocacy\, and healing. \nSessions are open to adult survivors in Howard County. All sessions will be held virtually.  \nTo RSVP for September 10\, 2026: Please email Tori Rain\, Director of Community Health Services\, at train@hopeworksofhc.org
URL:https://hopeworksofhc.org/event/commyounity-a-support-education-group-for-survivors-living-with-chronic-health-conditions-3/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Survivors' Health Project
ORGANIZER;CN="Tori Rain":MAILTO:vrain@hopeworksofhc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260916T190000
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SUMMARY:College Move-In Checklist: A Virtual Workshop for High School Seniors
DESCRIPTION:  \n\n🚨 🎓 Calling all High School Seniors!  Join HopeWorks Community Educators for a virtual workshop for information\, advice\, and tips on making the move to a college campus successful. This workshop will prepare both students and families for college move-in day by providing a comprehensive checklist to ensure a smooth transition into college life — covering essential items and important steps to consider. \n\n\n🗓️ Wednesday\, September 16th\, 2026 \n⏱️ 7:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. \n💻 Virtual (via Zoom) \nReady to register? Click here to visit our Eventbrite! \nQuestions? Email LaRelle John\, Community & Youth Educator\, at: ljohn@hopeworksofhc.org
URL:https://hopeworksofhc.org/event/college-move-in-checklist-a-virtual-workshop-for-high-school-seniors/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Youth Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260918T120000
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SUMMARY:Health Advisory Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Health Advisory Board\nAddressing the long-term health effects of sexual and intimate partner violence \nResearch has shown that physical\, sexual\, and psychological violence can have lasting effects on an individual’s health\, including increased risk for chronic pain\, cardiovascular disease\, diabetes\, anxiety\, depression\, and gastrointestinal disorders. \nHopeWorks’ Health Advisory Board brings together survivors\, healthcare professionals\, care providers\, and community partners to address the long-term health impacts of sexual and intimate partner violence. Members serve as resources of support and information for HopeWorks’ Survivors’ Health Project and work together to raise awareness\, educate healthcare providers and the community\, improve care\, and increase access to a broad range of treatment and support services. \nThe Health Advisory Board is open to survivors\, care providers\, community partners\, and health practitioners across a range of disciplines\, including acupuncture\, internal medicine\, rheumatology\, trauma nursing\, physical therapy\, and mental health. \n2026–2027 Meeting Dates\nHealth Advisory Board meetings are held virtually from 12:00–1:00 p.m. on the following dates: \nFriday\, September 18\, 2026 \nFriday\, January 15\, 2027 \nFriday\, May 14\, 2027 \nAll sessions are virtual. \nFor more information or to learn how to get involved\, please contact Tori Rain\, MSN\, RN\, Director of Community Health Services\, at train@HopeWorksOfHC.org or (410) 997-0304\, ext. 7742.
URL:https://hopeworksofhc.org/event/health-advisory-board-meeting/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Health Initiatives,Survivors' Health Project
ORGANIZER;CN="Tori Rain":MAILTO:vrain@hopeworksofhc.org
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SUMMARY:College Application Prep: A Virtual Workshop for High School Seniors
DESCRIPTION:  \nJoin Youth Educators LaRelle J. & Victoria R. for an informative virtual workshop that helps set you up for success with your college applications!\nThis event is for high schoolers in Howard County. \n🗓️ Thursday\, September 24\, 2026 \n💻 6-7PM\, Virtual \nRSVP on our Eventbrite! Click here to be redirected. \nQuestions? Email LaRelle John\, Community/Youth Educator\, at: ljohn@hopeworksofhc.org \nInterested in joining HopeWorks’ Youth Leadership Project? Click here to learn more! 
URL:https://hopeworksofhc.org/event/college-application-prep-a-virtual-workshop-for-high-school-seniors/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Youth Event
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SUMMARY:LOVED: A Survivor Well-Being Circle for Black Women
DESCRIPTION:LOVED\nA survivor wellbeing circle for Black women\nLOVED is a survivor wellbeing circle created specifically for Black women who have experienced sexual and intimate partner violence. Together\, participants explore the ways that “triple jeopardy”—the exploitation and oppression experienced by survivors who are Black women—can shape their experiences of violence and wellbeing.\nThrough thought-provoking discussions and creative activities\, LOVED creates space to cultivate wellbeing\, build beloved community\, and develop strategies for addressing the root causes of violence.\n2026–2027 Sessions \nLOVED meets on Saturdays from 12:00–2:00 p.m. Eastern Time. Sessions will be held virtually unless otherwise noted. \nSaturday\, September 26\, 2026 — Virtual \nSaturday\, November 14\, 2026 — Virtual \nSaturday\, February 13\, 2027 — Virtual \nSaturday\, May 8\, 2027 — In Person \nParticipants joining virtually from other time zones can use the following as a guide: \nCentral Time: 11:00 a.m. \nMountain Time: 10:00 a.m. \nPacific Time: 9:00 a.m. \nLondon: 5:00 p.m. \nQuestions?\nEmail Vanita at: Dragonfly@HopeworksofHC.org\nLOVED is made possible by the Howard County Arts Council through a grant from Howard County Government.
URL:https://hopeworksofhc.org/event/loved-a-survivor-well-being-circle-for-black-women/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Preservation Circle
ORGANIZER;CN="Vanita Leatherwood":MAILTO:vleatherwood@hopeworksofhc.org
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