Break the Silence: Justice for Asian Women - Chicago

March 16th marks the first anniversary of the Atlanta spa shooting. In partnership with the Asian Justice Movement, Chicago Women Empowerment will be hosting a Day of Healing in an event that focuses on speaking up and breaking the silence. Sessions include healing meditation led by Elizabeth 방실 Smith, PsyD, CCTP-II, ASDCS, open-mic dialogue, group yoga led by EZ Yogaspace, a self-defense workshop led by 10-year Krav Maga practitioner, Natalie Chan, and a virtual Korean Drums Performance by the youth of KPAC

• Capacity is limited to 40, so RSVP is required. We request you be sure you are able to attend before RSVPing.
• Please note the national Asian Justice Movement team plans to live stream parts of each city's event. Should you be uncomfortable being filmed, please let us know when you arrive, and we will try to accommodate your request.
• Please wear comfortable clothes, bring a water bottle, and bring a mat if you would like to participate in the yoga session.

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Remembrance for the victims of the Atlanta Spa Shootings and a moment of healing for AAPI womxn of Chicago. Wear comfortable clothes, bring a mat if you want to participate in yoga, and bring a water bottle to stay hydrated. There will be water stations to refill if necessary. The national team will live stream segments of the event to show solidarity and

5-5:15PM - Open mic dialogue - Attendees can share their experiences with hate or share actions they’ve taken to counter hate. There will also collect messages you’d like to share publicly.

5:15-6PM - Self-defense q&a with Natasha Chan, 10 year Krav Maga practitioner

6-7PM - Meditation session led by Elizabeth 방실 Smith, PsyD (She/Her/Hers)*

7-7:30 - Yoga session led by EZ Yogaspace

7:30-7:40 - Virtual Korean Drums Performance by KPAC

7:40-7:45 - Wrap up

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