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Spring 2002 Workshops
Orientation
I. Introduction to Everywoman's Center/Women of Color Leadership
Network: An overview of the services provided by the EWC and the
mission and vision of the program. By the end of the session, students
will identify themselves with the work of the program and understand
their part in it.
Maskmaking Workshop
II. Maskmaking: Uncovering Your Identity:
An exploration of self, this workshop devotes time and sacred space
for women to look within and get in touch with the "masks"
they wear in order to go through their daily lives. Participants
will walk away better informed about themselves and aware of what
works and doesn't work for the masks they wear.
Writing from the Belly (3 sessions)
III. Writing from the Belly: Effective
leaders communicate! This workshop will allow participants to hear
the power of their own words as well as give them fundamental guidelines
for writing well. In addition, participants will be introduced to
basic listening skills and have the opportunity to practice using
them. An anthology of trainees' creative pieces will be compiled
and published.
Transitions from School to Work
IV. Transitions from School to Work/
Group Work Project: Ever wondered what will make you really stand
out when you begin your post-graduate career? Do you wonder about
how your life will look after you've graduated? This workshop looks
at the "finishing touches" that will distinguish you from
your peers as you enter the competitive, post-graduate job market.
After the session, you will have a chance to get together with
each other to process what you've been doing and begin to plan for
how you want to present that experience at the graduation.
Managing
Your Money
V. Fundamental of Managing Your Finances/
Group Work Project: Will you leave your undergraduate years deeply
in debt or poised for a financially healthy future? This workshop
focuses on the pitfalls that young women encounter, as they become
financially independent. You will learn how to determine what are
good choices/risks to take with your money, how to make the most
of financial aid loans and how to avoid credit card/telecommunications
debt and how to set yourself up for having the material things you
want.
Creating Internal Balance
VI. Creating Internal Balance/Group Work Project: This workshop
explores the meanings of integrity and being intentional in our
relationship with ourselves. We will learn to use the principles
of yoga to create a foundation for self-exploration. Our aim is
to introduce you to some simple postures and techniques that can
support you in developing an internal sense of calm and resolve.
Connecting to the Cycles of the Moon: Understanding
how Women's Bodies Work
VII. Connection to the Cycles of the Moon: An Intro to Women's Cycles:
How well do you really understand your period/menstrual cycle/bleeding
days? Tonight you will work with a midwife to explore the wonders
of being a woman. You will chart your own cycle and gain an appreciation
and better understanding of common held misconceptions about pregnancy,
childbirth and menstruation. You will explore your personal fertility
cycle to help guide your own choices about some of the most personal
decision(s) you'll have to make as a woman.
Community Service Event
VIII. Bowl-A-Thon with Big Brothers/Big
Sisters: By it's very nature, the act of leading involves the act
of serving. In each of our lives, there's someone who took time
to be supportive or go out of their way so we could succeed. This
event sponsored by Big Brothers/Big Sisters of Amherst, raises funds
to support the valuable work that happens for many young girls of
color in Hampshire County. You'll be a part of making more resources
available for these girls…and boys and having fun in the process.
This is a time to bring your friends and get ready to bowl!
Mentoring Leadership for Girls
IX. Modeling Leadership for Girls: Following
up on the bowl-a-thon, this workshop will give you an overview of
how you can share what you've learned about the world and school
with others who have yet to go where you've been. It's a workshop
designed to help you learn how to make a difference in the lives
of others.
Rehearsal: Group Projects
X. Rehearsal: Time for pulling together
everything you've seen, heard and done over the past several weeks
and get ready to show what you know! This is bound to be a fun and
memorable evening to reflect and prepare for your party!
Graduation
Banquet and Performances
XI. Graduation/ Banquet and Performances: Now it's time for everyone
you care about most to see the product of all your efforts. Good
food and fond memories have characterized this special night in
the past three years.
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