Black Joy as Act of Resistance: A Juneteenth Workshop
Tue, Jun 20
|Zoom
Join us for an interactive healing workshop led by Dr. Charmain Jackman, CEO & Founder of InnoPsych as she partners with HubSpot's Black@InBound Community.
Time & Location
Jun 20, 2023, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM EDT
Zoom
About the Event
Despite long-standing oppression, anti-Black racism, and racial discrimination that is directed toward the Black Community, engaging in rituals that foster community and celebration serve as powerful acts of resistance. As Dr. Maya Angelou wisely tells us, “In the struggle, lies the joy” and in our ongoing fight for Black Liberation, it is critical that we make space for joy. In this workshop, we will identify examples of generational healing and explore connections between Juneteenth and African rituals that center Black Joy. Attendees will have an opportunity to create a personal definition of Black Joy and to envision ways of practicing Black Joy in their daily lives.
Dr. Charmain's Bio:
Dr. Charmain Jackman (she/her) is an award-winning psychologist with 25+ years in the mental health field. Dr. Jackman made the leap from a 9-5 position in education to the start-up founder life in 2021. She is the founder and CEO of…