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पृष्ठ का शीर्षक

ब्लैक एंड ब्राउन किशोर लड़कियों के लिए एक पूरे खर्च का भुगतान किया गया सप्ताहांत सप्ताहांत में आराम से छुट्टी 
(उम्र 10-14) और उनकी माताओं या अभिभावकों (चाची, बड़ी बहन, दादी, आदि) को प्रजनन स्वास्थ्य के बारे में जानने, कल्याण गतिविधियों में भाग लेने और भाईचारे का निर्माण करने के लिए!

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रिट्रीट के बारे में

एक इंटरजेनरेशनल वेलनेस रिट्रीट, अवधि ।

यह सर्वविदित है कि सांस्कृतिक कलंक और मासिक धर्म की शिक्षा की कमी लड़कियों के लिए मेनार्चे (पहली अवधि की घटना) पर मासिक धर्म की यात्रा शुरू करने के लिए डर और शर्म का कारण बन सकती है। इसके अलावा, अंतर-पीढ़ी के घर हैं जहां माता-पिता और बड़े रिश्तेदार मासिक धर्म के कलंक से निपटते हैं और मौन में प्रजनन स्वास्थ्य की स्थिति का अनुभव करते हैं।

 

लव योर मेन्सस 'मेंस्ट्रुअल वेलनेस रिट्रीट लड़कियों और उनके माता-पिता/अभिभावकों के लिए प्रजनन स्वास्थ्य के बारे में सार्थक संवाद में संलग्न होने, पीरियड की कहानियों को साझा करने, उन संसाधनों तक पहुंच प्राप्त करने के लिए एक सुरक्षित और उपचार स्थान है, जिनकी उन्हें अच्छी तरह से और पनपने के लिए और भाईचारे का निर्माण करने की आवश्यकता है।  

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इस वापसी की सुविधा होगी:

वेलनेस वर्कशॉप
योग / ध्यान / मालिश

अतिथि वक्ता
ब्रंच और रात्रिभोज
मज़ेदार गतिविधियाँ
& बहुत अधिक! 

Recap

This summer, we had the pleasure of hosting 22 girls and women from the Greater Boston area at our first annual Menstrual Wellness Retreat in Cape Cod! This intergenerational weekend retreat featured workshops, sister circles, food, fun, and more, at no cost to participants!

 

Thank you to our amazing Love Your Menses team for planning an unforgettable experience for our girls and women.

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Shout out to our amazing guest speakers and vendors:
@360girlsandwomen
@aspiring.t
@som.vibes.studio
@minime_clothing_boutique
@amplifypoccape
@taylaandre
@naesojj
@creativecontourbycarla
Dr Ebonie Woolcock
Body By Mari
@belongingbookscapecod

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Thank you to our amazing funders, Boston Women's Fund and Black Girl Freedom Fund, for making this possible. And most importantly, thank you to the girls and women for trusting us to create this experience for you!

In The Media

पीछे हटने का स्थान

ब्रिमफील्ड, मैसाचुसेट्स में एक आरामदायक सप्ताहांत भगदड़ के लिए हमसे जुड़ें!

ब्रिमफील्ड सेंट्रल मैसाचुसेट्स का एक छोटा सा शहर है जो अपने छोटे शहर के अनुभव, प्रकृति और सबसे बड़े एंटीक शो के लिए जाना जाता है। बोस्टन से 60 मील, हार्टफोर्ड से 43 मील और स्प्रिंगफील्ड से 26 मील की दूरी पर स्थित , यह गंतव्य पास के बड़े शहरों से केवल एक घंटे या उससे कम की ड्राइव दूर है।

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इस रिट्रीट में, आप रहेंगे  एक गर्म फार्महाउस अनुभव के साथ एक आधुनिक खुले डिजाइन की विशेषता वाले एक शानदार दस्तकारी घर में। कस्टम निर्मित घर लुढ़कती पहाड़ियों और चरने वाले मवेशियों की ओर एक ऊंचे स्थान पर बैठता है। आराम करें और ताजा साफ लिनेन, पूरी तरह से नियुक्त कमरे और शांत वातावरण का आनंद लें। चमकता हुआ माहौल, दोस्ताना आतिथ्य और घर का बना खाना आपको साल दर साल वापस लाएगा।

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बाहरी शांति

"जब आप ताजी हवा में सांस लेने के लिए तैयार होते हैं तो आपको हरी घास, सनकी फूल और एक विशाल सामने का बरामदा मिलेगा। पूल में ठंडा करें या हमारे कोबलस्टोन आंगन पर गर्म धूप में लेट जाएं। गर्मी की रातें हाथ के चारों ओर सुंदर होती हैं फील्डस्टोन फायर पिट बनाया।"

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आरामदायक महसूस

"जब आप किसी एक कमरे में रहते हैं, तो आप उस आकर्षण और अनुग्रह का अनुभव कर रहे होंगे जिसने इस घर को कई संतुष्ट मेहमानों के बीच पसंदीदा बना दिया है। प्रत्येक कमरे को आपके आराम को ध्यान में रखकर खूबसूरती से नियुक्त किया गया है। और आपके कमरे से परे सब कुछ निहित है आपके ठहरने को इतना आरामदायक और आनंददायक बनाने के लिए सुंदर सामान्य क्षेत्र उपलब्ध हैं।"

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आधुनिक खुला डिजाइन

"घर का दिल बड़ी देशी रसोई है, जिसमें विशेषता है  नकली तैयार अलमारियाँ, साबुन का पत्थर काउंटर और एक पेंट्री। आठ फुट के द्वीप के आसपास आराम करें या हाथ से तैयार की गई फार्म टेबल पर पारिवारिक भोजन का आनंद लें। जो चीज घर को इतना खास बनाती है वह है वाइड ओपन फ्लोर प्लान। यह डिज़ाइन एक समूह को टीवी देखने की अनुमति देता है, एक को खेल खेलने के लिए और दूसरे को मोक्सटेल के गिलास पर लंबी बातचीत का आनंद लेने के लिए, सभी एक-दूसरे से देखने की दूरी के भीतर लेकिन व्यक्तिगत गतिविधियों को जारी रखने के लिए पर्याप्त रूप से अलग हो जाते हैं।"

लगातार पूछे जाने वाले प्रश्न

  • रिट्रीट में भाग लेने के लिए कौन पात्र है?
    The Menstrual Wellness Retreat is open to all Black and Brown girls (ages 13-15) and their mother/female guardian (aunt, grandmother, older sister, older cousin, godmother, foster parent, etc.) living in Boston, Hartford, or DC/Maryland/Virginia (DMV). All participants MUST have a valid passport and COVID-19 vaccination (for entry into Kenya). Due to limited space, we will be hosting 20 people for this retreat. When reviewing submissions and meeting with applicants, our team will be prioritizing: -- Individuals who are interested in learning more about menstrual wellness to improve their mind, body, and spirit -- Individuals who are interested in learning about the Kenyan culture and building sisterhood with other girls and women. -- Parents/ Guardians interested in strengthening their relationships with their daughter
  • मेरी 10-14 वर्ष की आयु के बीच की दो या अधिक बेटियाँ हैं, क्या दोनों भाग ले सकते हैं?
    Yes, we encourage you to apply and we will work to accommodate if you have more than one daughter who would like to attend.
  • क्या पिता या पुरुष देखभालकर्ता भाग ले सकते हैं?
    This retreat is only open to girls and women. We do offer workshops and trainings for men, and hope to add more programming in the future.
  • मैं मैसाचुसेट्स में नहीं रहता, क्या मैं भाग लेने के योग्य हूं?
    Due to travel costs and limited space, this retreat is open to individuals living in one of the three locations: Boston, Hartford, DMV.
  • रिट्रीट में भाग लेने की लागत क्या है?
    Our hope is for every girl and mother/guardian to participate in our retreats, and we never want cost to be a barrier for those in financial need. The value of the retreat is $2,500 per person. Due to the generosity of our donors, we will be covering lodging, food, local transportation, and activities. We are actively fundraising to cover additional expenses. As of right now, participants will have to cover their flight ticket and e-visa fee as we work to secure additional funding. Scholarships will be available to those in financial need.
  • मैं कैसे आवेदन दे सकता हूँ?
    Please click this link to view and complete the application form.
  • क्या मैं एक या दो आवेदन (मेरे लिए एक, मेरे किशोर के लिए एक) पूरा करता हूं?
    You will complete one application for you and your adolescent. There will be a section on the form to include each person's information.
  • मैंने अपना आवेदन जमा कर दिया है, मुझे कब सुनवाई की उम्मीद करनी चाहिए?
    Our team will be reviewing submissions and providing an update in early December with next steps.
  • यदि चुना जाता है, तो क्या सभी को रिट्रीट से पहले एक-दूसरे से मिलने का अवसर मिलेगा?
    Yes! We will plan a meeting in June for everyone attending the retreat can get to know each other and for our team can provide more information on retreat logistics (travel arrangements, lodging, activities, etc.).
  • क्या कोई प्रतीक्षा सूची होगी?
    Yes, due to limited space availability, we will have a waiting list.
  • आवेदकों का चयन कैसे किया जाता है?
    We will be interviewing interested applicants.
  • What are the dates of the retreat?
    Monday, July 3rd - Monday, July 10th.
  • रिट्रीट कहाँ स्थित है?
    The retreat is located at a beautiful boutique hotel in Nairobi, Kenya.
  • क्या स्थान सुरक्षित है?
    There will be safety protocols to protect you and your adolescent's safety throughout the entire week retreat. There will be retreat leaders onsite ensuring protocols are followed at all times.
  • क्या भविष्य में अन्य पीछे हटने के स्थान होंगे?
    Yes! We are planning to host Menstrual Wellness Retreats in various locations across the United States and globally. Please follow us on social media (@LoveYourMenses) and check out our webpage (www.loveyourmenses.com/retreat) for updates.
  • How will rooms be assigned?
    You and your adolescent will share a room with two queen-sized beds and a private bath. You will not be sharing a room or bathroom with other guests.
  • रिट्रीट के दौरान क्या होगा?
    The Menstrual Wellness Retreat will be a fun week! There will be educational menstrual health workshops, cultural and wellness activities (i.e yoga, meditation), sisterhood-building activities, local outdoor excursions, guest speakers, and so much more! There will be workshops led by local youth and adults. Most importantly, this will be a time for you to rest and recharge. We understand how challenging these past couple of years have been due to the pandemic, and we are hopeful this will be an opportunity for you to self-care and strengthen your relationship with your daughter, niece, younger sister, granddaughter, etc.
  • COVID-19 सुरक्षा सावधानियों को क्या लागू किया जाएगा?
    We are actively monitoring the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, and our number one priority is protecting the health and safety of all retreat attendees. Our decisions will be based on science and guidance from medical and public health professionals. Prior to check-in, attendees will participate in health screening questions. Disposable masks will be available onsite and mask-wearing will be encouraged when necessary. Physical distancing and outdoor activities will be encouraged. Regular hand washing and hand sanitizing will be incorporated into our daily schedule on a more frequent basis and hand sanitizer will be readily available. There will be enhanced cleaning around the premises. All attendees must be vaccinated against COVID-19 and obey all applicable Kenyan laws and regulations pertaining to health and safety.
  • क्या COVID-19 टीकाकरण की आवश्यकता है?
    Attendees will be required to show proof of COVID-19 vaccination in order to travel to Kenya.
  • अगर मैं रिट्रीट के दौरान किसी भी समय बीमार महसूस करता हूँ तो क्या होगा?
    There are hospitals and urgent care facilities located in the area. If you feel unwell, our team will coordinate transportation to a healthcare facility. You will be required to obtain travel health insurance to cover you during your time in Kenya. More details will be provided if you are selected. There will be a first aid kit onsite at the retreat along with team members with medical and public health credentials.
  • मुझे अपने क्षेत्र में एक रिट्रीट की मेजबानी करने के लिए लव योर मेंस के साथ साझेदारी करने में दिलचस्पी है, मुझे किससे संपर्क करना चाहिए?
    We enjoy building meaningful partnerships with other community organizations. Please email us at: info@loveyourmenses.com.
  • मैं इस कार्यक्रम का समर्थन करने के लिए कैसे दान कर सकता हूं?
    We greatly appreciate your support! 100% of proceeds will go towards program expenses. You can make a donation here.

Special Guests

We are excited to welcome a group of amazing individuals and industry experts who will be leading wellness workshops on menstrual health, parenting, mental health, nutrition, physical activity, art, education, and life coaching. Please continue to check this page as we periodically update the guest speaker list. 

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Naesoj Ware

Community Youth Advocate, High School Senior, Mentor, Founder of Girls in Real Life Sanctuary,

Miss Massachusetts HBCU Teen

Naesoj Ware is an 18-year-old senior at the John D. O’Bryant School of Mathematics and Science. She plans to attend Howard University in the fall majoring in Political Science on the Pre-Law track. Most notably, she was named the first Youth Liaison for Boston City Councilor At- Large Julia Mejia. She is a former Community Youth Advocate at Madison Park Development Corporation, Boston Student Advisory Council Representative, Associate Program Coordinator at the Center for Teen Empowerment, and Boston Community Action Team Member. Naesoj currently runs Girls In Real Life Sanctuary, a mentorship program she started for young women ages twelve to sixteen at the Perkins Community Center. She will also compete as Miss Massachusetts in the Miss HBCU Teen Pageant this spring. 

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Tayla Andrè

Mom, Author, Real Estate Agent, Radio Personality, Founder and Principal of Tayla Made Real Estate Easy

If you log on to SparkOnlineFM, YouTube, iTunes, or iHeartRadio, and listen to my show “Wake up with Tayla Andre.” you’ll quickly understand “Unorthodox Conversations Leading to Universal Consciousness” means Tayla is passionate about educating, motivating, and emancipating my listeners from fear of the unknown. Tayla Andre is a mom, author, real estate agent, and advocate. With over a decade of experience, she has interviewed some of society’s most sought out personalities, including New York Best-Selling Authors, Grammy Award-Winning Artists, international public figures, and all levels of political affluence. As the author of ‘Finally, Home’ her book equips the reader with the confidence to be engaged with the home buying process without feeling vulnerable or exploited. ‘Tayla Made Real Estate Easy’ is not just a catchy hashtag. It is her goal; goal to simplify one of the most challenging processes you will go through as an adult; a goal to educate you properly on credit and teach you the strategies to finding the home of your dreams. It is not just a good book or an easy read, it is the secret to a seamless home buying experience. Tayla is one of the founding parents of CPLAN, a student-centered, and parent-driven community. CPLAN seeks to transcend divisions: We hold district, charter, regional, and Metropolitan Council for Educational Opportunity (METCO) systems accountable to ensure equitable educational outcomes.

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Sue-Ellen Anderson-Haynes

Registered & Licensed Dietitian Nutritionist 

Women's Health Dietitian
Certified Diabetes Care & Education Specialist
NASM Women's Fitness Specialist Certified Personal Trainer
Founder of 360Girls&Women®LLC

Sue-Ellen is a co-author, health writer, speaker, recipe developer and has been featured in multiple media outlets. Her experience includes working with many age groups such as in pediatrics, women's health, wellness, bariatrics, weight management, and diabetes. She has training in the prenatal, pregnancy, and postpartum population from the worlds leading diabetes center - Joslin Diabetes Center in Boston Massachusetts, in addition, to other outpatient clinics, wellness centers, and hospitals across the U.S. She has several certifications and obtained her Masters of Science in Nutrition & Wellness, Summa Cum Laude, and Bachelors of Science in Food Science & Human Nutrition with a minor in Health Science Education. At the end of the day, she is first a wife and mother to her children and likes to be called “the organizer” of her home. She enjoys helping girls and women journey to complete wellness, spending quality time with her family, and cooking many dishes, especially her traditional Jamaican meals.

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Monique Jacobs

Mental Health Advocate

Therapeutic Art Life Coach

Founder of SOM Vibes Studio, LLC 

Monique Jacobs, founder of SOM Vibes Studio, LLC is a mental health advocate and activist pushing forward universal, diverse, equitable, and inclusion environments.  She strives to provide a safe space for creative expression where she encourages individuals of all ages to bring out their artistic side to best channel their stress, nurture their emotional wellbeing, and build resilience.  

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Carla Balzano

Owner of Creative Contour by Carla.

Boston Makeup Artist

Based in Boston, MA, Creative Contour By Carla provides makeup services for weddings, special events, photo shoots, video shoots, personal makeup shopping, and makeup classes. 
Owner Carla believes that each person deserves celebrity treatment while she helps you create your unique makeup look. She believes that wearing makeup should be a joyful experience. 

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Tara Vargas-Wallace

Founder and Executive Director of Amplify POC Cape Cod

Social Justice Advocate and Racial Justice Activist

Amplify POC Cape Cod is a racial justice initiative to help amplify the businesses owned by people of colour (POC) on Cape Cod. Amplify was founded by Tara Vargas-Wallace, after the murder of George Floyd. As a Puerto Rican woman who is married to a Black man and mother to three promising Black children and as a social justice activist in the community, this issue was personal to her. In the spring and summer of 2020, community members began reaching out to Tara to ask how they could support the Black community. A list of Black-owned businesses did not exist for the Cape region, and therefore, Tara created one as part of Amplify's first endeavour.

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Toiell Washington

Social Entrepreneur 

Co-Founder of Black Boston

Toiell Washington is a 24-year-old social entrepreneur from the City of Boston. As a young person, she worked at several nonprofits in the city doing violence prevention and social justice education work, where she found a love for community engagement. Her experience led her to build Black Boston, a community organization that centers the voices of young Black people from the city, and The Master’s Tools, a game company that helps people start conversations around social and political issues through card games. Toiell is committed to exploring and introducing topics around Diversity, Belonging, Equity and Inclusion in a non-traditional way. She believes It is important that we as a community are accommodating all different kinds of learning styles. 

Partners

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