Services Overview
Sessions with formally incarcerated people
Expression and Transformation
A journey accompanied by a process that nourishes oneself by unpacking oral stories, with playful exercises to metamorphosis to the outcome of your choosing — theater piece, performance, or to heal through the process.
Staff training @ Youth Speak Collective
Collaborating with your organization
Through our creative-based facilitation approach, we explore the interplay of four fundamental elements: Community, Physical, Mental, and Ethereal. Our workshop carefully considers the unique requirements of your organization, with a focus on empowering your staff. By integrating process-oriented tactics, we delve into the dynamics of these elements, enabling a comprehensive exploration of their interconnectedness. The ultimate outcome is to foster organizational growth and empower your staff to achieve their full potential.
Tata Freddy speaking on “how we thrive”
Guest Speaker
Our speaker brings a firsthand perspective on the challenges and triumphs faced during their time in prison, providing an authentic account of their personal journey. By sharing their experiences of hardship, fortitude, and ultimate transformation, they inspire and engage audiences in meaningful discussions.
Through their story, participants will gain a deeper understanding of the complexities of incarceration, the impact of personal choices, and the potential for growth and redemption.Our facilitator will highlight the importance of community support encourage dialogue, broaden perspectives, and inspire individuals to make positive choices while promoting a supportive community for those seeking to overcome the challenges of their past
Chicago
Sacred Breath ~ Story Circles
Storytelling is an ancient and precious art that extends around the earth. In this workshop, pupils develop their storytelling skills, utilize the techniques of poetry and or theater arts to create storytelling arguments, and present a story to an audience or just for their well-being.
Arkansas
Story to Mural
In relation to the sacred 4 and 13, we can provide four sessions of creating a safe space for participants to discover the oral tradition and how it is one of the most potent and effective transmitters of culture in the history of humankind. When conducting a Story to Mural, it is essential to get to the heart of each person’s story leading up to a sketch interpretation from our Master muralist.