Nalgona Positivity Pride in Oakland!
This live Q&A will be hosted by Luca Yacón founder of Radically Fit, the Bay Area''s radical community gym rooted in fat liberation & joyful movement for all queers, trans, Black and brown folks and their allies, regardless of experience, size or ability. In this candid and thought-provoking gathering, Gloria Lucas, the founder of Nalgona Positivity Pride, a community-based platform that focuses on intersectional eating disorder education, harm reduction, and indigenous traditions will talk about her journey. Gloria's work centers around non-linear approaches to survivorship and decentering whiteness in eating disorder notions.
Topics We Will Cover Involve:
Harm Reduction Strategies: Gloria will talk about her personal journey in harm reduction practices, emphasizing the importance of radical compassion in mental health and eating disorders. This conversation will provide valuable insights into how to personalize a non-judgmental and supportive environment for ourselves and each other.
Personal Eating Disorder Journey:
Gloria will share her personal experiences and triumphs during her own eating disorder journey. Her brave narrative aims to break the stigma surrounding mental health issues and inspire others to embark on their paths.
Body Movement and Acceptance:
In this engaging session, Gloria will share her profound journey of discovering a newfound love in Pilates and reconnecting with mindful body movement. Through her enlightening insights, Gloria will explore the transformative power of embracing various forms of movement to foster body acceptance, self-expression, and overall well-being.
Q&A Session:
A portion of the event will be dedicated to an interactive Q&A session with Gloria, where attendees can ask questions and engage in an open and honest dialogue.
Who Should Attend:
¡Ay Que Chismear! is for anyone interested in cultivating a more compassionate and understanding approach to mental health, eating disorders, and body image issues. Whether you are personally affected or wish to learn how to support loved ones going through these challenges, this event provides a safe and inclusive space for discussions.
Next Webinar
Host Info
Date/Time:
Saturday, Aug 18th 6PM PST
Doors Open:
5:30pm PST
Location:
1035 22nd Ave Unit 5, Oakland, CA 94606
Sliding Scale:
$10-$50 - No one designed due to lack of funds
Accesability:
- Wheelchair entrance on 22nd St.
- Scent-free
- Fat-friendly accessible seating
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
Pls email with any other accomodations npppride@gmail.com