Restorative Healing in Black Communities: Retreat & Rebuild Program

Imon Allen, Seattle University

Faculty Information

Sam Harrell | Course: N/A | Project-in-progress

Presentation Type

Individual

Presentation Format

Poster

Start Date

10-5-2024 12:00 PM

End Date

10-5-2024 1:00 PM

Abstract or artist statement

This study investigates the transformative potential of restorative healing practices within Black communities, focusing on the Retreat & Rebuild program in King County. Grounded in principles of rest as resistance, the program offers all-inclusive silent meditation retreats, mental health resources, and housing support to empower Black women facing systemic oppression and trauma.

Keywords: meditation, retreats, black women, resilience, collective healing, housing

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Restorative Healing in Black Communities: Retreat & Rebuild Program

This study investigates the transformative potential of restorative healing practices within Black communities, focusing on the Retreat & Rebuild program in King County. Grounded in principles of rest as resistance, the program offers all-inclusive silent meditation retreats, mental health resources, and housing support to empower Black women facing systemic oppression and trauma.

Keywords: meditation, retreats, black women, resilience, collective healing, housing