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Emotional Emancipation Circles

EEC

Intitiative Info

Emotional Emancipation Circles (EECs) are evidence-informed, psychologically sound, culturally grounded, and community-defined self-help support groups designed to help heal the trauma caused by anti-Black racism. 

In EECs, we:

  1. Share stories
  2. Deepen our understanding of the impact of historical forces on our sense of self-worth, our relationships, and our communities;
  3. Learn essential emotional wellness skills to help us be our best as individuals and as a people.

BAG member Melanie Funchess Coordinates all EECs. The sessions are facilitated by trained members of the village.

 

Ubuntu Circles

An adaptation of the Emotional Emancipation Circles specifically for youth ages 13-18.Youth share stories; deepen their understanding of the impact of historical forces on our sense of self-worth, our relationships, and our communities; and learn essential emotional wellness skills. This is led by facilitators who have experience working with youth.