IAM ACTION

EMOTIONS IN MOTION: A MENTAL HEALTH & MOVEMENT WORKSHOP

A mind-body workshop for those ready to move through what they feel.

Join us as we explore the deep connection between emotions and the body through somatic practices, journaling, shadow work, yoga, and the power of vulnerability. This is a space for healing, self-discovery, and reconnecting with your inner truth.

Come move, feel, write, and release.

Yoga mats and writing materials will be available at the session. If you have access to a yoga mat, please feel free to bring it in!

NOTE: This workshop is designed to accommodate folks with physical disabilities or those who prefer minimal movement. Our primary focus is to support equity-deserving artists feel comfortable taking up space.

MEET YOUR MENTORs

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We are a grass-roots for-profit organization founded by Amber Akhlaq and Zina Ayoub. We have over 10 years of combined experience working with children, youth, newcomers, refugees, women and children fleeing domestic violence and underserved communities. Both Amber and Zina are activists within their communities, fighting for the rights of those identifying as POC and LGBTQ+. Our mission for our organization is to inspire children and youth throughout the GTA and be mentors within the communities that we also grew up in.

Amber Akhlaq is an activist, speaker and workshop facilitator, born and raised in Toronto, Ontario. Alongside her educational background in Psychology, she has also worked with organizations such as YWCA Canada, YMCA of Greater Toronto, and Kids Help Phone. Amber has a passion for working with children and youth and helping them foster a safe space to grow.

Zina Ayoub is a Palestinian-Canadian singer, songwriter, storyteller, performer and workshop facilitator from Toronto, Ontario. Performing since the age of eight, Zina has captivated audiences by sharing stories centred around resilience as a Palestinian woman living in Canada, womanhood, love and relationships and self discovery. Zina has performed for many recognized and honoured organizations such as Honey Jam Mentorship Program, Share the Land Charity, Islamic Relief Fund and more.

DETAILS

  • Duration: Sunday, June 15 from 1pm - 3 pm

  • Location: JAYU Studio at 401 Richmond Street West, Studio 380

  • Food, writing materials, and TTC tickets will be provided

  • If you have access to a yoga mat, please feel free to bring it in to the session. If not, one can be provided to you!

Please note registration does not guarantee placement in this program. Confirmation emails will be sent prior to the program start.

If you have any inquiries please contact Sam, iAM Program Coordinator at samantha@jayu.ca