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Menstrual Health and Wellbeing Workshop Series | In Person

February 17 2024 @ 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm PST

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An event every week that begins at 2:00 pm on Saturday, repeating until February 24, 2024

3-part Workshop Series (Ages 13+)

The Menstrual Health and Wellbeing Workshop Series aims to provide an opportunity for individuals who menstruate (whether soon-to-be menstruators, newly menstruating, or menstruating for years) to connect with others to talk about menstruation in a relaxed and comfortable environment.

PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS

  • Open to all Autistic individuals ages 13+
  • Open to individuals who menstruate (whether soon-to-be menstruators, newly menstruating, or menstruating for years)
  • CAN membership NOT required.
  • Formal autism diagnosis NOT required. Learn more

REGISTRATION DETAILS

 

REGISTER FOR A SPOT HERE

 

Workshop Descriptions:

  • Week 1: Art and Ice Cream Social: Learn to paint with tips and techniques from an artist to make your very own menstrual self-care box. You will get to enjoy a tasty treat while exploring your creative side. Each participant will get to paint their own box to take home with them. 
  • Week 2: Movie and Discussion. This week we will explore menstruation through different thought-provoking films. We will engage in open discussions to break down stigma about menstruation, promote understanding, and make connections.
  • Week 3: Menstrual Self-care Kits and Period Product Exploration. This week we will explore different types of menstrual products, including pads, tampons, cups, underwear, and reusable pads. We will make personalized self-care kits with items such as cramp cream, chocolates, snacks, skincare products, and more that participants will get to take home with them.

Details

Date:
February 17 2024
Time:
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
PST
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Venue

Douglas College
700 Royal Avenue
New Westminster, British Columbia V3M 5Z5 Canada
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