🌷 Join us for an uplifting day of connection and creativity at our next BRAVE Communities Connection - April Showers Bring BRAVE Flowers, an empowering event brought to you by our remarkable Spring '24 BRAVE Young Leaders! This gathering is a reflection of our youth's hard work and dedication to understanding and advocating for environmental justice and mental health. Throughout the semester, they've immersed themselves in insightful discussions, hands-on activities, and impactful initiatives, cultivating a garden of leadership and compassion. This exciting gathering will feature insightful panel discussions, a fun "Paint Your Own Pot" activity, and a delightful Conversation Garden where meaningful exchanges bloom.
Anticipated Agenda:
1:30pm Doors Open - Networking
2:00pm Program Welcome
2:05-3:15pm Panel Discussion
3:15-3:50pm Decorate & Plant your own Flower Pot (supplies included) + Conversation Connect
3:50-4:00pm Clean-Up
Guest Speakers:
Yvonne Amaria, Founder of Yvie DODEQ
Colleen Dieter, Founder of Central Texas Seed Savers
Carmen Llanes Pulido, Executive Director of Go Austin Vamos Austin
Alyceia Evans, TSU student + BRAVE Young Leaders (BYL)
Allyson Owens (moderator), Anderson HS student + BYL President
And, to celebrate Arab American Heritage Month, we will have refreshments from the Austin-based Palestinian restuarant, Peace Bakery & Deli! FREE with RSVP. Invite your family, friends, and neighbors of all ages. DAWA Studios HQ is ADA accessible and walking distance within a CapMetro bus stop.
🗣️ Our panel discussions will bring together thought leaders, community advocates, and change-makers to explore topics such as resilience, unity, and empowerment within our communities. Gain valuable insights, share your experiences, and be inspired to make a difference.
🎨 Unleash your artistic side with our "Paint Your Own Pot" station. Tap into your creativity as you decorate a flower pot, symbolizing growth, renewal, and the beauty of spring. Whether you're a seasoned artist or a first-time painter, this activity is sure to be a colorful and enjoyable experience.
🌱 Step into our Conversation Garden, a tranquil space designed for meaningful connections and open dialogue. Engage in heartfelt conversations, forge new friendships, and cultivate a sense of belonging within our BRAVE community.
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Registration and attendance at BRAVE Communities Connections constitutes an agreement by the registrant to the use and distribution of the registrant or attendees' image or voice in photographs, videotapes, electronic reproductions and audiotapes of such events and activities by BRAVE Communities. If you or anyone in your party does not consent to be in photographic images, please let a BRAVE team member know at the event upon arrival.
Accessibility
Please contact community@bravecommunities.org if you require any special services, interpreters, or have questions.
This program is supported in part by the City of Austin Economic Development Department, as well as the Hogg Foundation for Mental Health, and our recurring BRAVE members and donors. Thank you so much for your support!
