Women Rising Wellness Festival

Woman Rising Wellness Festival

An Experiential Fundraiser for Sista Afya Community Care, NFP

Sat. May 30, 2026 | Location: Gary Comer Youth Center

Women Rising is a restorative and empowering gathering built for the community and with the community. The festival brings together local instructors, therapists, creative practitioners, and wellness leaders to create an affirming space where every woman feels grounded, supported, and cared for.

Festival Experiences

Inspired by our mission to make mental wellness accessible and culturally relevant for women, the festival will include:

• Mindfulness, movement, and grounding practices

• Creative healing spaces including art therapy, journaling, and sound healing

• Mental wellness workshops led by licensed therapists

• A curated marketplace of women-owned wellness businesses

• Opportunities for shared storytelling and connection

Food & Beverage, Wellness, & Mental Wellness Vendors will also be on-site

About Sista Afya Community Care:

Sista Afya Community Care’s mission is to build sustainable mental wellness communities through providing affordable and culturally-centered community mental wellness care and education. Our vision is for women of color to have access to affordable, community-focused mental wellness care that centers their experiences.

We take a holistic approach to mental wellness care by supporting women with free individual therapy, support groups, workshops, and wellness classes that can create a long-lasting impact—changing the trajectory of their lives.

To learn more and donate visit: www.communitycare.sistaafya.com/donate

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Host or Publisher Sista Afya Community Care, NFP