Truth and Transformation: Empowered exploration through writing
Description: A monthly, drop-in, trauma-informed writing group for survivors of violence and loved ones.
All survivors and supporters are welcome. These events are intentionally designed to support underserved survivors – specifically, transgender, LGBQ, male survivors, and partners and allies – in reclaiming and re-creating whole, vibrant, healthy lives.
Surrounded by a supportive community, guided self-exploration can begin to repair the damage done by sexual (and other) violence. Key features of this group include:
- Trauma-informed, structured in-person healing exercises: words, images, movement, voice
- An opportunity to share your writing and healing journey
- A chance to network with other survivors and loving allies
- Weekly “homework” suggestions
- Listserve comprised of other survivors and direct email support
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September 4, 2008 |
Trauma: the basics |
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| October 2, 2008 |
Safety |
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November 6, 2008 |
Maslow’s Hierarchy – Self-care (overcoming external – and internal – barriers)
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| December 4, 2008 |
Internal resources |
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| February 5, 2008 |
Triggers |
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| March 5, 2008 |
Scars |
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| April 2, 2008 |
Sexuality |
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| May 7, 2008 |
Gratitude |
All necessary materials provided, but feel free to bring your favorite healing journals and tools. No experience necessary!
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Milwaukee LGBT Community Center
315 W. Court Street
Milwaukee, WI
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Time: |
7:00 – 8:30 pm |
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Cost: |
$10 per session |
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Register: |
Pre-registration is not required for this drop-in group.
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No Pity. No Shame. No Silence.
For more information about the course, email info@forge-forward.org or call 414-559-2123 to reach michael munson or Loree Cook-Daniels, the groups co-facilitators.
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