Women's Empowerment Book Club

Begins 2/7/25 at 8:00-9:30pm CST.

This event FREE but donations are greatly appreciated.

Join us for bi-weekly gathering of inspiring women! Our book club is a safe and supportive space to connect with like-minded women, delve into insightful self-help books, and embark on a journey of personal growth and healing.

The book that we will be reading together is "The Body Keeps the Score" by Bessel van der Kolk - please be sure to have your copy of your book by the first meeting together.

What to Expect:

• Engaging discussions and thoughtful conversations
• Opportunities to share personal experiences and insights
• A supportive community of women who understand and uplift one another
• A chance to learn new tools and strategies for personal growth
• Expect to read 2-3 chapters to be prepared for the discussion
• Expect that this book club will take up to 3 months to finish the book together

No experience necessary. All women are welcome! Reserve your seat now, spaces limited!

Let's come together, empower one another, and create lasting connections.

&Rise is a 501c3 nonprofit organization that empowers women of all ages, colors, creeds, and backgrounds to be the best versions of themselves no matter what adversities they've faced. &Rise offers free counseling for women in Illinois, free in-person (in Chicago) and virtual support groups for women trauma survivors, and wrap-around support. Visit our website to learn more about us or sign up for our services at: www.womenrisechicago.org

About the book club facilitator:

As a 911 Dispatcher for 14 years, I have been with people who are in their darkest moments in life. I worked as a Chemical Dependency Counselor in an all-male Pr*son and found that helping people rebuild connections allows them to begin healing. I worked with people who suffer from mental illness and would respond directly to the scene when they were amid crisis. I am grateful to be a part of a community dedicated to helping women rise to the top.

Host or Publisher Jennifer Ramirez