
Reconnecting Through Hard Times
Practical, interactive online training teaching simple but powerful psychological first aid techniques for formal and informal community leaders to support people after personal or community crises.
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Quick, interactive training equips formal and informal community leaders with concise, evidence based psychological first aid and crisis response strategies to support others after trauma, featuring live practice and online delivery.

Quick, interactive training equips formal and informal community leaders with concise, evidence based psychological first aid and crisis response strategies to support others after trauma, featuring live practice and online delivery.
Quick, interactive training equips formal and informal community leaders with concise, evidence based psychological first aid and crisis response strategies to support others after trauma, featuring live practice and online delivery.

One-hour virtual training teaching trauma-informed psychological first aid and simple, powerful strategies to support others after crises; free for WNC residents and held weekly on Zoom.

One-hour virtual training teaching trauma-informed psychological first aid and simple, powerful strategies to support others after crises; free for WNC residents and held weekly on Zoom.
One-hour virtual training teaching trauma-informed psychological first aid and simple, powerful strategies to support others after crises; free for WNC residents and held weekly on Zoom.

Gentle restorative exercises, reflective digestion practices, and playful creative labs across six Thursday evenings to help artists recover from creative burnout and rebuild sustainable rhythms for rest, play, and renewed making.

Gentle restorative exercises, reflective digestion practices, and playful creative labs across six Thursday evenings to help artists recover from creative burnout and rebuild sustainable rhythms for rest, play, and renewed making.
Gentle restorative exercises, reflective digestion practices, and playful creative labs across six Thursday evenings to help artists recover from creative burnout and rebuild sustainable rhythms for rest, play, and renewed making.

Gentle, trauma informed virtual listening circle fostering community healing, connection, and reflection through guided prompts, confidential sharing, and skilled facilitation; free online session with optional registration at avl.mx/f9u.

Gentle, trauma informed virtual listening circle fostering community healing, connection, and reflection through guided prompts, confidential sharing, and skilled facilitation; free online session with optional registration at avl.mx/f9u.
Gentle, trauma informed virtual listening circle fostering community healing, connection, and reflection through guided prompts, confidential sharing, and skilled facilitation; free online session with optional registration at avl.mx/f9u.
Sustaining men's circle cultivating meaningful human connection and compassion to strengthen social health through guided sharing and peer led practices. Participants learn to use personal power to give and receive authentic emotional support.
Sustaining men's circle cultivating meaningful human connection and compassion to strengthen social health through guided sharing and peer led practices. Participants learn to use personal power to give and receive authentic emotional support.
Sustaining men's circle cultivating meaningful human connection and compassion to strengthen social health through guided sharing and peer led practices. Participants learn to use personal power to give and receive authentic emotional support.
Guided life coaching workshop for people navigating change, focused on building clarity and confidence through facilitated exercises, decision mapping tools, and group reflection to create a practical roadmap for next steps.
Guided life coaching workshop for people navigating change, focused on building clarity and confidence through facilitated exercises, decision mapping tools, and group reflection to create a practical roadmap for next steps.
Guided life coaching workshop for people navigating change, focused on building clarity and confidence through facilitated exercises, decision mapping tools, and group reflection to create a practical roadmap for next steps.

Supportive peer led gatherings for stroke survivors and caregivers focusing on shared storytelling, resilience building, and practical recovery resources at a healthcare affiliated community wellness center.

Supportive peer led gatherings for stroke survivors and caregivers focusing on shared storytelling, resilience building, and practical recovery resources at a healthcare affiliated community wellness center.
Supportive peer led gatherings for stroke survivors and caregivers focusing on shared storytelling, resilience building, and practical recovery resources at a healthcare affiliated community wellness center.
Practical, scenario based instruction in wilderness first aid and outdoor emergency response, emphasizing hands on skills and certification preparation for beginner to intermediate outdoor leaders and backcountry travelers.
Practical, scenario based instruction in wilderness first aid and outdoor emergency response, emphasizing hands on skills and certification preparation for beginner to intermediate outdoor leaders and backcountry travelers.
Practical, scenario based instruction in wilderness first aid and outdoor emergency response, emphasizing hands on skills and certification preparation for beginner to intermediate outdoor leaders and backcountry travelers.
Interactive workshops and panel discussions equip teens with resilience skills, stress management techniques, and advocacy tools, alongside networking and community resources at a conference center summit focused on youth empowerment and action oriented skill building.
Interactive workshops and panel discussions equip teens with resilience skills, stress management techniques, and advocacy tools, alongside networking and community resources at a conference center summit focused on youth empowerment and action oriented skill building.
Interactive workshops and panel discussions equip teens with resilience skills, stress management techniques, and advocacy tools, alongside networking and community resources at a conference center summit focused on youth empowerment and action oriented skill building.
Gentle, trauma-informed sound healing with guided vibrations and restorative breathwork led by a community health worker and holistic wellness facilitator focused on empowerment and violence-prevention-informed self-care.
Gentle, trauma-informed sound healing with guided vibrations and restorative breathwork led by a community health worker and holistic wellness facilitator focused on empowerment and violence-prevention-informed self-care.
Gentle, trauma-informed sound healing with guided vibrations and restorative breathwork led by a community health worker and holistic wellness facilitator focused on empowerment and violence-prevention-informed self-care.
Group creative writing exercises and guided prompts designed to foster emotional healing, boost confidence, and cultivate joy and gratitude through reflective journaling and supportive peer sharing.
Group creative writing exercises and guided prompts designed to foster emotional healing, boost confidence, and cultivate joy and gratitude through reflective journaling and supportive peer sharing.
Group creative writing exercises and guided prompts designed to foster emotional healing, boost confidence, and cultivate joy and gratitude through reflective journaling and supportive peer sharing.
Hands on train the trainer workshop teaching basic digital literacy, device navigation, and online safety to prepare community educators for digital support roles; includes teaching strategies, resource referrals, and practice with common tools.
Hands on train the trainer workshop teaching basic digital literacy, device navigation, and online safety to prepare community educators for digital support roles; includes teaching strategies, resource referrals, and practice with common tools.
Hands on train the trainer workshop teaching basic digital literacy, device navigation, and online safety to prepare community educators for digital support roles; includes teaching strategies, resource referrals, and practice with common tools.
Gentle peer-led online gatherings providing confidential emotional support, resource-sharing, and mutual validation for LGBTQ+ community members, hosted by Rise Above Community in a calm, affirming virtual space for connection and coping.
Gentle peer-led online gatherings providing confidential emotional support, resource-sharing, and mutual validation for LGBTQ+ community members, hosted by Rise Above Community in a calm, affirming virtual space for connection and coping.
Gentle peer-led online gatherings providing confidential emotional support, resource-sharing, and mutual validation for LGBTQ+ community members, hosted by Rise Above Community in a calm, affirming virtual space for connection and coping.

Trauma-informed virtual listening circle for WNC residents providing a judgement-free space to name difficulties, share resources and feelings, and practice hands-on stress, anxiety, overwhelm, and grief management tools via weekly Zoom gatherings.

Trauma-informed virtual listening circle for WNC residents providing a judgement-free space to name difficulties, share resources and feelings, and practice hands-on stress, anxiety, overwhelm, and grief management tools via weekly Zoom gatherings.
Trauma-informed virtual listening circle for WNC residents providing a judgement-free space to name difficulties, share resources and feelings, and practice hands-on stress, anxiety, overwhelm, and grief management tools via weekly Zoom gatherings.
Guided heart-centered sits and gentle instruction over Zoom, Wednesdays 7:30–9:00 PM ET; streamed for remote participants, suitable for newcomers and regular practitioners seeking mindful community.
Guided heart-centered sits and gentle instruction over Zoom, Wednesdays 7:30–9:00 PM ET; streamed for remote participants, suitable for newcomers and regular practitioners seeking mindful community.
Guided heart-centered sits and gentle instruction over Zoom, Wednesdays 7:30–9:00 PM ET; streamed for remote participants, suitable for newcomers and regular practitioners seeking mindful community.

Facilitator-led, in-person listening and sharing exercises create a judgement-free circle where participants practice deep listening, follow a strict no-advice policy, and aim for genuine emotional connection.

Facilitator-led, in-person listening and sharing exercises create a judgement-free circle where participants practice deep listening, follow a strict no-advice policy, and aim for genuine emotional connection.
Facilitator-led, in-person listening and sharing exercises create a judgement-free circle where participants practice deep listening, follow a strict no-advice policy, and aim for genuine emotional connection.

Gentle guided breath work, meditation, and meditative movement paired with peer support and facilitated discussion for spiritual seekers at a community wellness center, emphasizing practical grounding tools and shared reflection.

Gentle guided breath work, meditation, and meditative movement paired with peer support and facilitated discussion for spiritual seekers at a community wellness center, emphasizing practical grounding tools and shared reflection.
Gentle guided breath work, meditation, and meditative movement paired with peer support and facilitated discussion for spiritual seekers at a community wellness center, emphasizing practical grounding tools and shared reflection.

Become a volunteer reading tutor committing to one student for the full school year with twice weekly meetings during or after school; complete six hours of online training spread over three days to qualify.

Become a volunteer reading tutor committing to one student for the full school year with twice weekly meetings during or after school; complete six hours of online training spread over three days to qualify.
Become a volunteer reading tutor committing to one student for the full school year with twice weekly meetings during or after school; complete six hours of online training spread over three days to qualify.
Hands-on experiential workshop teaching practical mindfulness and focus techniques for everyday life, including breathwork, attention exercises, short meditations, and strategies for stress reduction and workplace resilience.
Hands-on experiential workshop teaching practical mindfulness and focus techniques for everyday life, including breathwork, attention exercises, short meditations, and strategies for stress reduction and workplace resilience.
Hands-on experiential workshop teaching practical mindfulness and focus techniques for everyday life, including breathwork, attention exercises, short meditations, and strategies for stress reduction and workplace resilience.

Guided group practice in attentive listening and connection, using timed exercises led by a seeker facilitator with a volunteer 'Space Owl'; conversations welcome on any topic under a strict non-advice covenant to foster genuine presence.

Guided group practice in attentive listening and connection, using timed exercises led by a seeker facilitator with a volunteer 'Space Owl'; conversations welcome on any topic under a strict non-advice covenant to foster genuine presence.
Guided group practice in attentive listening and connection, using timed exercises led by a seeker facilitator with a volunteer 'Space Owl'; conversations welcome on any topic under a strict non-advice covenant to foster genuine presence.