Date: 4 June – 9 July 2026 (6 weeks)
Time: 10.30AM – 12.30PM
Frequency: Every Thursday
Location: Islington N19
Unshaken Roots: Speak Up, Speak Out is a 6‑session psychoeducation group created for Black women and Black Mixed Heritage women of African ancestry across the diaspora. The group offers a culturally rooted, supportive space to reflect, learn, and heal alongside others who share similar lived experiences.
This group recognises the impact of lived stress, silence, and disconnection on Black women’s wellbeing, and centres healing practices that affirm identity, dignity, and voice.
Purpose of the Group
The purpose of Unshaken Roots is to provide a safe and nurturing space where participants can:
Participants are supported to reflect on their experiences while developing greater self‑trust, clarity, and confidence moving forward.
Our Approach
The group is rooted in Kuumba Healing, an African‑centred approach that values creativity, movement, voice, and collective healing. Kuumba Healing honours cultural wisdom and community connection as essential pathways to wellbeing.
Each session may include:
You do not need to have any prior experience with therapy, groups, or creative practices. Participants are always encouraged to engage at their own pace.
Facilitation
The group is facilitated by a qualified and experienced psychotherapist, with expertise in culturally informed, trauma‑aware practice. Care is taken to create a respectful, contained, and supportive environment where participants feel safe to explore and express themselves.
Who the Group Is For
This group is suitable for:
If this feels like something you need, we warmly invite you to make a referral. Spaces are limited to keep the group safe and supportive.
