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Triple A Workshop: Livestream
Triple A Workshop
Learn about the ins and outs of activism, advocacy, and allyship from Delaware County activists. This workshop is virtual and you can join by using the zoom link below!
Monthly Topic: Police Violence & Local Palestinian Encampments
We will livestream our conversation on police violence throughout college campuses who have encampments to support Palestine. Tune in to our social media accounts as we collaborate with local encampments to discuss the realities of police violence.
Street Talk: The Real Ops
Street Talk: The Real Ops Workshop
All workshops are offered in a hybrid format. Feel free to attend in person or join via zoom.
Email dyamond@udtj.org to sign-up.
Age Group: Middle and high schoolers
Street Talk: The Real Ops is the launching of our Opioid Educational Series. This workshop will focus on what opioids are, how they are classified, street terms, the harm of opioids, how it affects the body, and how opioids have specifically affected the Delco/Greater Philadelphia area, our schools, and youth in marginalized communities.
This workshop will be a hybrid workshop. Join us at the center or through Zoom!
You’re Messing With My Mental Workshop
You’re Messing With My Mental
All workshops are offered in a hybrid format. Feel free to attend in person or join via zoom.
Email dyamond@udtj.org to sign-up.
Age Group: Middle and high schoolers
Join us for an engaging educational and social workshop aimed at unraveling the intricate connection between mental health and opioid usage. Through interactive discussions, informative sessions, and insightful activities, participants will gain a deeper understanding of how opioid use affects mental health, particularly within impoverished communities. Delve into the historical impact of opioids on a local level and explore the ways in which our communities have been shaped by this complex issue.
Triple A Workshop (In-Person): Police Violence
Triple A Workshop
Learn about the ins and outs of activism, advocacy, and allyship from Delaware County activists.
Monthly Topic: Today marks the 4th anniversary of George Floyd’s death. We will talk about the many different forms of police violence locally and statewide, collective actions we can take, and what has changed in the past 4 years.
Triple A Workshop (In-Person)
Triple A Workshop
Learn about the ins and outs of activism, advocacy, and allyship from Delaware County activists.
Monthly Topic: TBA
You’re Messing With My Mental Workshop
You’re Messing With My Mental
Age Group: Middle and high schoolers
Join us for an engaging educational and social workshop aimed at unraveling the intricate connection between mental health and opioid usage. Through interactive discussions, informative sessions, and insightful activities, participants will gain a deeper understanding of how opioid use affects mental health, particularly within impoverished communities. Delve into the historical impact of opioids on a local level and explore the ways in which our communities have been shaped by this complex issue.
Street Talk: The Real Ops
Street Talk: The Real Ops Workshop
Age Group: Middle and high schoolers
Street Talk: The Real Ops is the launching of our Opioid Educational Series. This workshop will focus on what opioids are, how they are classified, street terms, the harm of opioids, how it affects the body, and how opioids have specifically affected the Delco/Greater Philadelphia area, our schools, and youth in marginalized communities.
This workshop will be a hybrid workshop. Join us at the center or through Zoom!
Triple A Workshop (Virtual)
Triple A Workshop
Learn about the ins and outs of activism, advocacy, and allyship from Delaware County activists. This workshop is virutal and you can join by using the zoom link below!
Monthly Topic: We will be discussing the Combahee River Collective Statement and diving into Black feminism.
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Activism, Advocacy, & Allyship Workshop
Triple A Workshop
Learn about the ins and outs of activism, advocacy, and allyship from Delaware County activists. Our first workshop for the Triple A series will focus on Delaware County’s underfunded schools, the school-to-prison pipeline, our systems, and collective action.
PowerFLOW Workshop
Discover the power of self-expression and unleash your creativity at our PowerFLOW Workshop! Join us at the Community Center on Friday, March 29th from 2pm to 5pm, as we delve into the art of journaling and writing in preparation for the upcoming Poetry Night. We will be joined by two amazing poets, Mo the Poet and Reagan Watkins!
This workshop is designed for individuals of all writing levels and backgrounds who are eager to explore the transformative potential of words. Led by experienced facilitators, you'll learn techniques to unlock your thoughts, emotions, and unique voice through the gentle practice of journaling.
As we prepare for Poetry Night later in the evening, this workshop serves as the perfect opportunity to hone your writing skills, find inspiration, and connect with fellow community members who share a passion for literary expression.
Bring your favorite notebook and an open mind, and let the words flow in a supportive and encouraging environment. Whether you're a seasoned writer or just beginning your journey with words, this workshop promises to be a stepping stone towards a richer, more expressive you.
Don't miss out on this chance to delve into the world of writing and set the stage for a memorable Poetry Night. Join us at the Community Center and let your creativity flourish!
Don't Touch My Hair Workshop
Celebrate the beauty and diversity of hair at our Don't Touch My Hair workshop, a special event hosted at the U.D.T.J. Community Center during Spring Break! Taking place on March 27th from 5 pm to 7 pm, this unique workshop is designed for Black and Brown people and students 16 and up, with a focus on highlighting the importance of hair care for the Black and Brown communities.
Natural hair is beautiful and powerful. Our Don’t Touch My Hair Workshop prioritizes empowering Black and Brown people and allowing them to not only embrace their natural hair, but to learn more about how to take care of it. It can be difficult trying to take care of and maintain your natural hair - it can be a full-time job!
Don’t Touch My Hair Workshop will dive deeper into the beauty of natural hair, our everyday experiences, and hair maintenance. We will talk about hair loss/breakage, hair porosity, hair types, how to properly treat your hair and find products that work best for you, and highlight local salons, local barber shops, and businesses who can better serve your hair needs. Everyone will be given a hair care kit and additional information to take home after the workshop.
Our workshop aims to create a supportive space for discussions surrounding identity, self-expression, and embracing the beauty of diverse hair textures. Don't miss this opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals, gain valuable insights, and explore a range of products tailored to meet the unique needs of BIPOC hair. Come and be a part of this empowering and informative event at the U.D.T.J. Community Center – because your hair deserves the best care too!