Giving Back
I believe when we have more capacity in our nervous systems and live more embodied lives, we can show up more fully in matters of social change, equity, and human dignity. Healing, however, cannot be limited to the individual’s sole responsibility, as trauma, chronic stress, and mental health issues are also influenced and perpetuated by the systems and society that we live in. When the nervous system has been compromised from adverse experiences, systems of oppression, racism, the effects of colonialism, intergenerational trauma, and disconnection from land and culture, the human ability to access the physiological and psychological states of safety, healing, restoration, and trust on a micro and macro level is thwarted.
Society in North America is founded on colonial, capitalistic, ableist, patriarchal, White supremacist systems that can thwart true healing for many bodies, but primarily those who have been marginalized and oppressed. One way to help create an environment for true healing includes supporting initiatives that are changing and challenging these systems. To support co-liberation and intersectional support and healing, portions of my revenue are dedicated to contributing to organizations that support social justice, equity, human dignity, safe(r) spaces, land defenders and Indigenous rights.
RAVEN Trust
Raises legal defense funds for Indigenous Peoples in Canada to defend their rights and the integrity of the lands and culture. Learn more about them and how you can support: https://raventrust.com
Pivot Legal Society
Pivot's mandate is to use the law to address the root causes of poverty and social exclusion and support the fight for dignity, justice, and human rights of people experiencing homelessness, people who use drugs, and sex workers. Learn more about them and how you can support them: https://www.pivotlegal.org
Downtown Eastside Women’s Center
Provide a safe, non-judgmental environment for those who identify as women from all walks of life, who live and/or work in the Downtown Eastside. The Centre provides supportive surroundings with meals, counseling, advocacy, and programs that nurture and empower members. Learn more about the center and how you can support: https://dewc.ca
PearlSpace
PearlSpace is dedicated to preventing violence against women, Two Spirit, gender-diverse, non-binary, trans people, and children/youth by providing inclusive, supportive services to individuals and communities within the Sea to Sky corridor and Stl’atl’imx regions. Learn more here: https://pearlspace.ca