Creating Connections: Writing your way to Empowerment

Description: Creating Connections: Writing your way to Empowerment is a dynamic, interactive -- yet reflective -- writing group, that provides hope, transformation, and stress relief. Most of us have had experiences that lead us to feel less connected to ourselves and others (due to loss, trauma, violence or abuse), resulting in diminished hope and optimism. Attendees – in a structured, safe, creative and fun setting – will use writing, art, and movement exercises that explore stimulating topics. Participants will leave with a renewed sense of hope, community, and connection with themselves and with others. To contribute to the goal of spurring healing, new growth and empowered creativity, participants can stay connected between sessions via an optional email listserve.

All materials provided, but feel free to bring your favorite healing journals and tools. No experience necessary.

Weekly for 6 sessions

Date	Topic
September 22, 2008	Who am I (as a survivor)
September 29, 2008	Fight, Flight, Freeze
October 6, 2008	Shame
October 13, 2008	Triggers
October 20, 2008	Crossroads
October 27, 2008	Taking our Power Back

No Pity. No Shame. No Silence.

Location:	TBA by the Shorewood Recreation Department (location is likely to be in Shorewood Highschool)
Time:	6:00 – 8:00 pm (Mondays)
Cost:	TBD by Shorewood Recreation Department (information available mid-August 2008)
Register:	Shorewood Rec. Department 414-963-6913 http://www.shorewoodschools.org/main/pk_rec/

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.