BLACK GIRL BELONG: RECLAIMING OUR SPACE IN NATURE
BLACK GIRL BELONG: RECLAIMING OUR SPACE IN NATURE
A safe space for Black women to remember, reconnect and reclaim our space in nature
BLACK WOMEN IN NATURE
BLACK WOMEN IN NATURE
In nature, nothing is perfect and everything is perfect. Trees can be contorted, bent in weird ways, and they’re still beautiful.
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ALICE WALKER
Black women have a
rich history and connection to nature….
but for many of us, that connection has been interrupted.
As we navigate the busyness of our lives, balancing our roles as caretakers, community leaders, executives, mothers, aunties, entrepreneurs, creatives, friends and so much more, it's easy to lose touch with the spaces that nourish us most.
Nature offers us a chance to slow down, gain clarity and receive wisdom that we can take into our everyday lives. Despite a common narrative, that Black women “don’t do nature”, we know the truth; we’ve always belonged here.
Join Black Women In Nature for the launch of Black Girl Belong: Reclaiming Our Space in Nature, for an immersive 8 week series focused on mindfulness, environmental awareness and ancestral connection to nature. This is your invitation to come home to nature - and to yourself.
Who is Black Women In Nature?
Black Women In Nature was founded in 2020 to cultivate space for Black women to engage in mindful movement, authentic sisterhood and environmental awareness in the outdoors of Columbus, OH. Co-Founders Ivory Levert and Angela Mitchell, along with the Black Women In Nature ambassadors curate monthly gatherings + retreats in nature that include yoga, meditation, hiking and reflective dialogue.
WE DREAM. WE BELIEVE. WE SHOW UP FULLY.
WE DREAM. WE BELIEVE. WE SHOW UP FULLY.
What is Black Girl Belong?
Black Girl Belong: Reclaiming Our Space in Nature is an 8-week intergenerational cohort experience designed to reconnect Black women to the expansive healing and holistic benefits of nature. Through a blend of mindfulness strategies, nature-based education and outdoor skill-building, participants are invited to deepen their relationships with the land and themselves.
BLACK WOMEN IN NATURE
BLACK WOMEN IN NATURE
This 8 week series includes:
Guided hikes and immersive outdoor experiences
Facilitated sessions led by BWIN leaders and guest speakers
Reflective dialogue, journaling and creative writing prompts
Placement in thoughtfully curated small groups aligned with your personal intentions
Guided yoga, meditation and mindfulness sessions
Fresh, chef-prepared meals to nourish your body and spirit
A vibrant community ready to connect, share and grow with you!
Program sponsored in support by The Women’s Fund of Central Ohio
Black Girl Belong: Schedule At A Glance
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Join us for the official program kickoff! This week will focus on building community with one another, introducing mindfulness strategies and providing an overview of what to expect throughout the 8-week journey.
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In week 2, we will dive deeper into mindfulness tools that will serve as guiding principles throughout the program. These practices will empower us to cultivate a deeper sense of awareness and connection with ourselves and the natural world around us.
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In week 3, we will explore the rich history of our ancestral connection to nature. By delving into our personal lineages, we will uncover and honor the deep-rooted relationships our ancestors had with nature.
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In week 4, we will connect learnings from week 3 to our present-day experiences as Black women and how they shape our relationship with nature.
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In week 5, we will deepen our understanding of environmental justice and its impact on our collective health and well-being, specific to the Black experience in the U.S. and beyond.
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In week 6, we will focus on reclaiming our space in nature, through dialogue and learnings on outdoor safety and nature education.
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In week 7, we will focus on identifying sustainable strategies that will enable us to continue engaging with nature in a meaningful way for ourselves, our families and our communities.
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In week 8, we will dedicate time to reflection and celebration on the valuable learnings and growth we experienced throughout the program.
Investment
$50 deposit required to reserve your spot.
*Payment options available.
*All payments must be complete by Aug. 30th
Early Bird
06.15–07.15
$200
Regular Rate
07.16–08.30
$250
Frequently Asked Questions
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Black Women In Nature is 501(c)3 non-profit organization founded in 2020 to cultivate safe spaces for Black women to engage in mindful movement, authentic sisterhood and environmental awareness while exploring the holistic, ancestral roots of the outdoors in Columbus, OH and beyond.
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Black Women In Nature creates mindfulness gatherings, retreats and collaborative partnerships uniquely for adult (18+) Black women and gender-expansive folks. If you self-identify as a Black woman, we welcome you into our space. Special programming and collaborative partnerships may be open to the larger public.
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Early bird rates for the full 8 week series is $200 and are available June 15th- July 15th. Regular rates are $250 and are available July 16th - August. 30th. To reserve your space, submit your required $50 deposit or pay in full through eventbrite. Additional payments will be invoiced to your email with options to make 2 additional payments or to pay in-full.
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Full refunds are available through August 30th. 50% refund can be returned between August 30th-September 15th. After September 16th, no payments are refundable but payments can be credited to go towards future BWIN programming.
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No prior yoga, meditation or hiking experience is needed. All experiences will be beginner-friendly with options to opt out if necessary.
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Yes. Participants are able to make up to 3 payments.
For the early bird rate June 15th- July 15th, the following payment plans are available:
Payment 1 - $50 required deposit space
Payment 2 - $75
Payment 3 - $75Participants paying the regular rate, July 15th- August 30th, can make the following payments:
Payment 1 - $50 required deposit to reserve your space
Payment 2 - $100
Payment 3 - $100 -
Limited scholarships are available. To inquire about financial assistance, please email blkwomeninnature@gmail.com.
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All sessions will be in-person and will take place at various locations around the city including the Replenish Yoga Carriage and Columbus Parks and Recs lodges. Updated locations for each date will be shared prior to program start.
BLACK WOMEN IN NATURE
BLACK WOMEN IN NATURE
