As a therapeutic and expressive writing facilitator, I draw on trauma-informed narrative and response-based practices to help others use writing to develop coping skills, imagine and play, feel anchored in an uncertain world, and express themselves in their own words on their own terms. Writing can serve as both a practical tool and an emotional anchor, especially for those of us who are shy, introverted, or already writers. In this session, we’ll write to connect with ourselves and each other in a relaxed atmosphere. We’ll learn about the benefits of creating our own writing practice, as well as how we can care for ourselves while writing. There will be opportunities for sharing and reflection, however, no one is obligated to share what they write. No writing experience is necessary. 

Note: This is a private session for TBCDSB secondary teachers Professional Development day.

An opportunity for youth ages 18-35 to be guided through writing and listening prompts centring around interconnectedness and care. Experience with writing is not required and the final half hour will be an optional time to have further conversation.

Participation is free and open to youth age 18-35 in Thunder Bay | Animikii Wekwedong or surrounding area.

To register: email Mindful Makers Collective program coordinator, Carol Kajorinne Krievin: coordinator@mindfulmakers.org

Note: the poster depicts the previous workshop date. The session had to be postponed to May 26th.

A chill one-hour workshop to explore creative writing techniques for self-expression and self-care.

No writing experience is necessary, and you don’t have to share your writing with the group.

Register via Instagram @youthinclusion_tbay

We will explore the theme of “a near or far place of wonder” with arts facilitation offered by: Stacey Hare Hodgins, Tamara Rose, ElizaBeth Hill and Zoe Gordon. This multidisciplinary workshop involves writing, improvisational theatre and sound, and was collaboratively developed with guidance from artist Eleanor Albanese. Our hope is to provide an opportunity to connect with one another, with unfamiliar art forms, and to deepen our creative practices.

Participation is free and open to Mindful Makers Collective members.

For more information or to register, click here.

creative movement investigations and self-reflective writing workshop

Explore the theme of Embodied Resistance with Jayal Chung and Stacey Hare Hodgins. This is an opportunity for self-care, individual creation and collaboration.

Where do you find your sense of power and what does it feel like?

For more information and to register, please email: project@nwowc.org. Dress comfortably, bring a notebook and water bottle. No cost to participate. Light refreshments will be available.

Presented by the Northwestern Ontario Women’s Centre.