Women in domestic violence shelters, women in homeless shelters and women coming out of incarceration - these are the women in transition that the Wings of Wisdom program of the Women of Wisdom Foundation is committed to reaching. Women whose lives do not allow for the personal freedom to attend Women of Wisdom's annual conference full of inspiring and empowering workshops by and for women. So we bring the wisdom to the women where they live.
Our intention is to show up for these women, to provide a physical presence and offer them the information they need to be re-inspired and re-empowered in their lives. We provide guest speakers with topics ranging from women's relationship to their bodies and food, to self-image and sexuality, communication, stress release and personal empowerment, including their creative selves, singing, drumming, craft making, reconnecting with and remembering what is good and true for ourselves.
The women need your wisdom, volunteer to be a speaker! - Coaching the women to explore creative possibilities for their lives, resume writing tips, job interviewing, parenting skills, martial arts/self-defense, drug/alcohol education, setting goals, women's legal issues, education on women's resources, inexpensive wardrobe guidance, car maintenance, etc. - Facilitate a talking circle and inspire others by sharing your personal story so these know they are not alone in their struggle to show up in the world in a good way.
Volunteer to be a facility coordinator at other women’s shelters in King County.
Research funding possibilities for the Wings program, which currently has no operating budget. Money is needed for craft materials, refreshments, travel and parking expenses, telephone calls and mailings. With funding we could also offer a small financial gift to the guest speakers and the potential for a "speaker series" providing more depth and familiarity with the speaker and the subject matter would benefit the women tremendously. Funding would serve to develop and administer a deeper and even more meaningful program.
Do you have questions or additional thoughts about Wings?
Email Janeal Stevens, Wings Program Coordinator, or call her at (206) 533-8489 to discuss the many exciting possibilities.
Thank you!