Matriarchal Reconnecting - Release & Rejoice Guided by Rhina Valentin

Join us for the final gathering of The Bata Project, where creative Rhina Valentin will guide a special session of introspection and meditation, followed by a heartwarming love letter writing activity. Come prepared with a photo or meaningful item related to a matriarchal figure you wish to honor. Let's celebrate the impact of strong women in our lives and pay tribute to our Bata-wearing matriarchal influencers from various backgrounds. Don't miss this empowering and inspiring event!

About Rhina Valentin

Rhina Valentin AKA “La Reina Del Barrio”  is a leading figure in New York City’s entertainment industry. A Native New Yorker Afro Boricua. An award winning performance artist, television host and producer focused on lifting human-centered stories with an eye towards fostering empathy and community bridge-building. A beloved spokesperson for her community, she is making a mark in New York City’s entertainment industry for her unique approach to advocating for and celebrating diversity with her humor while discussing adversity with honesty, representing the values of working-class women-of-color.

She is a fervent Transcendental Meditator and believes the ability to be still as a daily practice is the pathway to wellbeing.

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