Empowerment Self-Defense, & You
Led by Michelle Pereira, LCSW
Tuesday, March 10, 2026
Time: 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Location: Student Equity Center (Cayton Lower Level, MPR/Room 10)
Description: This workshop aims to empower folks by building a deeper relationship with themselves.
It focuses on self-defense through building awareness and intuition as well as learning
how to apply physical strategies of self-defense, all as forms of self-care. Participants
will learn these skills through discussions, games, and techniques. No martial arts
background is required.
Empowerment Self-Defense, with the World & Others
Led by Michelle Pereira, LCSW
Tuesday, April 7, 2026
Time: 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Location: Student Equity Center (Cayton Lower Level, MPR/Room 10)
Description: This workshop aims to empower folks by assisting them with connecting or re-connecting
to community. We will focus on building communication that asserts our needs and wants,
create dialogue around healthy relationships and lastly how to find different sources
of emotional, mental and spiritual support. Physical strategies from our first session
will be reviewed briefly and we will demonstrate and practice additional physical
ESD techniques. Participants will learn these skills through discussions, games, and
techniques. No martial arts background is required.
The Community Drip Paint Pour
Led by Julyssa Guevara, MSW, LCSW
Tuesday, April 21, 2026
Time: 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Location: Student Equity Center (Cayton Lower Level, MPR/Room 10)
Description: Tap into your creativity and let the colors flow! This interactive workshop invites
participants to explore fluid art through paint pouring and drip techniques. Create
a one-of-a-kind piece while enjoying a fun and welcoming creative space.
Echoes of Peace Soundbath
Led by Julyssa Guevara, MSW, LCSW
Tuesday, May 12, 2026
Time: 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Location: Student Equity Center (Cayton Lower Level, MPR/Room 10)
Description: Join us for a calming sound bath designed to help you rest, reset, and restore. Through
soothing vibrations and gentle tones, you’ll be guided into a peaceful state of relaxation
and mindful presence.
Many thanks to the sponsors who contributed and supported programming for Women & Femme of Color Collective: Basic Needs, Center for Wellness and Wellbeing, MOCAN, and the Student Equity Center.