Resilience Events

Crochet and Mindfulness Workshop

Google Meet

A free two-hour virtual workshop teaching entry-level crochet skills as well as mindfulness techniques, for survivors of sexual violence. No disclosures about experiences required, however group participants are welcome to discuss this if they wish to. Materials needed: One crochet hook, size 5mm or 5.5mm; one ball of yarn, medium weight (size 4) FREE MATERIALS […]

Exploring Vulnerability with Art, Music, and Movement

Zoom

In this workshop, participants will explore the topic of vulnerability by listening to selected music together with the option to dance/move to the music. Followed by an art response and open discussion of the experience. Participants may use any art materials of their choice. Wednesday March 1st 4pm-6pm This workshop is open to adult survivors […]

Exploring Sexuality with Art

Zoom

In this workshop, participants will learn how to use artmaking as a judgment-free way of thinking about sexuality in order to reflect on how bodies, family, culture, and environment interact with our sexual selves. Participants will receive an art making prompt to explore their personal history and pleasure goals. Participants may use any art materials […]

Workshop: Communication with Partners Around Intimacy

Google Meet

This free workshop is open to survivors of sexual violence ages 18+ residing in IL. Participants will learn techniques for communicating with partners related to intimacy, including: boundaries, asking for what you need, starting the conversation, and more. Contact Erica Hungerford, LPC, at ehungerford@ourresilience.org to request to join or with any questions.

Partners of Sexual Assault Survivors Workshop

Google Meet

A free, two-hour workshop for partners of people who have experienced sexual violence, ages 18+ and all genders welcome.  Must live in IL.  Individuals, couples, or partner groups (survivors and non-survivors) are welcome and encouraged to attend. This workshop will give guidance on ways to support your partner, how to better respond to your partner's […]

Crochet and Mindfulness Workshop

Google Meet

A free two-hour virtual workshop teaching entry-level crochet skills as well as mindfulness techniques, for survivors of sexual violence. No disclosures about experiences required, however group participants are welcome to discuss this if they wish to. Materials needed: One crochet hook, size 5mm or 5.5mm; one ball of yarn, medium weight (size 4) FREE MATERIALS […]

Workshop: Communication with Partners Around Intimacy

Google Meet

This free workshop is open to survivors of sexual violence ages 18+ residing in IL. Participants will learn techniques for communicating with partners related to intimacy, including: boundaries, asking for what you need, starting the conversation, and more. Contact Erica Hungerford, LPC, at ehungerford@ourresilience.org to request to join or with any questions.

Let’s Talk About Sex Workshop

Zoom

Join us for a virtual workshop which will provide you with introductory skills to navigate conversations about: Sex & Intimacy Pleasure inclusivity Queer sex & identities Kink Nonmonogamy & more! Sliding scale pricing available. 3 LCPC/LCSW CEU's available. Click here to register. Reach out to Jenna Barrus if you have any questions.

Partners of Sexual Assault Survivors Workshop

Zoom

A free, two-hour workshop for partners of people who have experienced sexual violence, ages 18+ and all genders welcome. Must live in IL. Individuals, couples, or partner groups (survivors and non-survivors) are welcome and encouraged to attend. This workshop will give guidance on ways to support your partner, how to better respond to your partner's […]

Emotion Landscape Art Therapy Workshop (Virtual)

Google Meet

Join us for Emotion Landscape, a virtual art therapy workshop. Participants will use nature symbols and themes to create imagery that represents their current emotional state. The workshop will utilize artwork to practice a non-judgmental view towards emotions in order to welcome impermanence and see new possibilities for change in the future. Resilience's Art Therapy […]

Open Art Studio (In person)

Join for creative inspiration, start a new art project, or take a pause while connecting with others. Participants are welcome to drop into the open studio for the full 2 hours or partial time, as their schedule allows. All materials provided, no previous experience needed. Open to survivors 18+. All genders are welcome. Facilitated by […]

Crochet & Mindfulness Workshop

Zoom

A free two-hour virtual workshop teaching entry-level crochet skills as well as mindfulness techniques, for survivors of sexual violence. No disclosures about experiences are required; however, group participants are welcome to discuss this if they wish to. Materials needed: One crochet hook, size 5mm or 5.5mm; one ball of yarn, medium weight (size 4) FREE […]