2013 Dynamic Workshops
Attitudes Rules: Developing Optimism and the Skill to Maintain It- Parent
Presenter: Dr. Jay Klusky
It all starts with attitude. When we are in an optimistic frame of mind everything
seems possible, we notice opportunities, we're motivated and feel great. For
many of us, being in that state is mostly a matter of chance: something we
perceive as good happens - we feel one way, something we perceive as bad
happens, we feel another. It can be different. How we feel and how we perceive
the world around us can be a matter of choice! Our attitudes and motivations
can be under our control. You and your family can learn how to create and
experience the frames of mind you want with regularity. Join us and begin to
learn how.
Using Non-Violence As A Strategy During Conflict- Youth
Presenters: Mireaya Medina, Portland Peace Program Director
Jose Gutierrez, Safe Communities youth organizer
Participants will explore social justice issues and how to use non-violent
approaches to control situations and maintain order in a environment that might
be intense, escalated, emotional and or unsafe.
The Color of Sanity- Joint Adult and Youth
Presenter: Rochell “Ro Deezy” Hart
Historically, communities of color do not deal (appropriately or adequately) with
mental health and psychological well being. If we are ever to change that, we first
have to start talking about it and dismantling the stereotypes and educating
ourselves and our children in an effort at proactive mental health.
Electric Science Of The Body: a study of The Chakra System- Youth
Presenter: Kaon Jabbar East EL
Electric Science Of The Body is a study of how homeostasis meaning
environmental balance creates health versus sickness. The Chakra System of
the body governs this homeostasis in order to maintain a vibrant and efficient
person fit for life’s dispensation.
Emcee Mind- Youth
Presenter: Desmond Spann
Freestyling workshop deals with fear through the fun experience of freestyling
(improvised rap). This fear blocks youth from discovering who they are, what they
believe, and stops them from believing in themselves. This workshop is design to
show ways to deal with fears, while developing a healthy emotional outlet
through the art of freestyling.
SCAFE’ Second Chances are for Everyone- Adult
Presenter: Emanuel Price
Our mission is to provide community support services to reduce the rate of
recidivism, by Employing, Volunteering, Encouraging and Empowering men to
become a sustainable part of the community; while re-building & transforming
lives as we help them transition into a healthy life, and society because Second
Chances Are For Everyone.
Achieve Against the Odds- Youth
Presenters:Fredrick T. Bletson Jr. & Javonnie Shearn
People who are emotionally healthy are in control of their emotions and their
behavior. They are able to handle life’s challenges, build strong relationships,
and recover from setbacks. But just as it requires effort to build or maintain
physical health, so it is with mental and emotional health. Improving your
emotional health can be a rewarding experience, benefiting all aspects of your
life, including boosting your mood, building resilience, and adding to your overall
enjoyment of life.
Soulfly Groovment- Joint with Adults and Youth
Presenter: Erica Brannon E-Rocca
Using The Workout CD produced by Sticman of the revolutionary group Dead
Prez, E-Rocca will infuse her dance background using various styles from the
African Diaspora including techniques that will bring all participants back to the
center of our body and universe. This 45-minute workout will strengthen our
families by demonstrating an activity that can be done at home with the young
and old focusing on health and positive energy.