Resilience Events
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Queer Survivors Support Group
This support group is for all queer persons aged 18+ who have experienced sexual violence, and will address participant requested topics with a focus on empowerment. Participants must reside in IL to attend. Mondays, beginning January 23 from 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm (Virtual), 10 weeks Please contact Katie Forrest, LSW at kforrest@ourresilience.org if interested.
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Monthly Journaling and Meditation Group
A virtual space for survivors ages 18+ of sexual violence to process their trauma through journaling and guided meditation. 4th Wednesdays beginning January 25, 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm Contact Alexa Diego, LPC at adiego@ourresilience.org to request the meeting link.
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Women Survivors Support Group
A closed virtual support group for women-identified survivors (who live in IL and ages 18+) of sexual violence seeking community and a safe space for healing. Group will be facilitated by Alexa Diego, NCC, LPC and Maryangel Rogliero. Mondays, 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm, February 6 - March 27 Please contact Maryangel at cintern5@ourresilience.org to […]
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Queer Survivors Support Group
This support group is for all queer persons aged 18+ who have experienced sexual violence, and will address participant requested topics with a focus on empowerment. Participants must reside in IL to attend. Mondays, beginning January 23 from 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm (Virtual), 10 weeks Please contact Katie Forrest, LSW at kforrest@ourresilience.org if interested.
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Crochet and Mindfulness Workshop
Google MeetA 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 […]
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Exploring Vulnerability with Art, Music, and Movement
ZoomIn 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 […]
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Art Therapy Support Group
ZoomLearn how to use art expression as a coping strategy and contemplative practice alongside other survivors of sexual violence. Group members will practice how to find deeper understanding of difficult experiences, healing processes, and transitions. There is no expectation for trauma history disclosure or previous artmaking experience necessary. Group members will use art mediums of […]
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Monthly Crochet & Craft Group
Google MeetA monthly craft group focused on teaching crochet stitches and helping troubleshoot crochet issues. This group is also open to any crafter (knitting, sewing, painting, coloring, etc) who would like to craft in a safe, community space. This virtual group is open to all survivors of sexual violence ages 18+ who reside in Illinois. Monthly, […]
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Women Survivors Support Group
A closed virtual support group for women-identified survivors (who live in IL and ages 18+) of sexual violence seeking community and a safe space for healing. Group will be facilitated by Alexa Diego, NCC, LPC and Maryangel Rogliero. Mondays, 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm, February 6 - March 27 Please contact Maryangel at cintern5@ourresilience.org to […]
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Queer Survivors Support Group
This support group is for all queer persons aged 18+ who have experienced sexual violence, and will address participant requested topics with a focus on empowerment. Participants must reside in IL to attend. Mondays, beginning January 23 from 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm (Virtual), 10 weeks Please contact Katie Forrest, LSW at kforrest@ourresilience.org if interested.
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Prevention Sexual Violence in Higher Education 2.0: A deeper dive into higher education considerations
ZoomThis training is intended for higher education professionals involved in providing student survivor support or responding to student disclosures of sexual or domestic violence. Suggested participants are Confidential Advisors, Student Conduct and Student Counseling Services. This training does not provide comprehensive review or guidance on updated Title IX procedures; however, Title IX Coordinators are also […]
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Art Therapy Support Group
ZoomLearn how to use art expression as a coping strategy and contemplative practice alongside other survivors of sexual violence. Group members will practice how to find deeper understanding of difficult experiences, healing processes, and transitions. There is no expectation for trauma history disclosure or previous artmaking experience necessary. Group members will use art mediums of […]
