As we commemorate the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.\, we reflect on his unwavering commitment to hope\, commun ity\, and resilience in the face of profound challenges. This session honor s Dr. King’s enduring influence by offering tools to support personal and c ollective well-being\, healing\, and endurance as we continue striving towa rd a more just and equitable future.
Dr. Gladys Smith will guide part icipants through cultural somatic practices designed to help us navigate di fficult times with greater grounding and awareness. Through breathwork\, ge ntle movement\, and moments of self-reflection\, participants will explore practical ways to reconnect with their bodies\, regulate stress\, and culti vate resilience. This interactive experience invites us to deepen our capac ity for compassion\, presence\, and sustained action—both for ourselves and our communities.
Join us as we draw inspiration from Dr. King’s lega cy and practice skills that foster strength\, restoration\, and collective hope. All are welcome!
Register at: https://wustl-hipaa.zoom.us /webinar/register/WN_3S2VuNvhStiN2XH5umvVsQ
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Our programs are open to all mem bers of the WashU Medicine community and participation is voluntary. The Of fice of Diversity\, Equity and Inclusion does not discriminate in access to \, or treatment or employment in\, its programs and activities on the basis of race\, color\, age\, religion\, gender\, sexual orientation\, gender id entity or expression\, national origin\, veteran status\, disability or gen etic information.
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