This event is in the past.It took place on June 19, 2026 at Ann Arbor District Library: Malletts Creek Branch.
Professional WorkshopJoy as Resistance: Navigating Invalidating Systems with Clarity and Confidence
June 19 at 6pm
Rising artistBryant Pattengill East, Ann Arbor
📺Can't make it live? The library will post the recording online.
🎯Bring something you're actually struggling with—this is practice time.
Dr. Charmeka Newton and Barika L. Pace lead a workshop on building self-trust and using joy as protection when navigating systems that invalidate your identity and lived experience.
mental health workshop
joy and resilience
anti-racism and healing
lived experience honored
Professional WorkshopJoy as Resistance: Navigating Invalidating Systems with Clarity and Confidence
June 19 at 6pm
Rising artistBryant Pattengill East, Ann Arbor
📺Can't make it live? The library will post the recording online.
🎯Bring something you're actually struggling with—this is practice time.
Dr. Charmeka Newton and Barika L. Pace lead a workshop on building self-trust and using joy as protection when navigating systems that invalidate your identity and lived experience.
mental health workshop
joy and resilience
anti-racism and healing
lived experience honored