QTIBPoC Grounding Series - session 4
The QTIBPoC Grounding Workshops are a series of free workshop events for LGBTQIASB+ Indigenous, Bla(c)k and People of Colour, hosted by the QTIBPoC Program at Switchboard Victoria. Each workshop will be guided by a different QTIBPoC facilitator who will invite participants to reconnect to the self in space and time through a range of expressions and practices. All workshops link back to the theme of grounding.
About the facilitator: Born and raised in Aotearoa Janina Asiedu is a Queer Ghanaian artist, herbal ritualist and ancestral mentor. Janina’s healing journey was activated through deep transformations within their spiritual beliefs. Guided through self-initiation as they were led to explore plant medicine and their West African roots. Receiving mentorship from Rongoā practitioner Joanne Hakaraia, participating in Rongoā Mauri online course in 2022 and continuing to study under her today.
Their practice 'Nyame Dua' x 'House of Afi' offers Tarot divination, ceremonial items for self care and tools for ancestral restoration. Janina has facilitated workshops in Tāmaki Makaurau and Naarm for QTIBPOC. They dream of one day furthering their practice throughout Africa and the wider diaspora.
About the workshop:
NSUO: Ancestral Waters Shared Space
Delving into the conscious and subconscious seas of Ancestral connection, healing and abundance. Nsuo, translating to 'Water' in Asante Twi. As we navigate our ancestral connection there is a fluidity in each of our journeys.
This shared space touches on
- The importance of Gratitude and Intention
- What is an Ancestor?
- What is Ancestral Connection and why do we connect?
- Aligning with healing, abundance and inheritance
- Offerings, altars and plant companions
- Water Ritual
This is for those that wish to:
- Start their ancestral journey of healing
- Deepen the lines of connection to benevolent Ancestors
- Gain knowledge on what Ancestral inheritance is
- Learn why we have an altar, give physical offering
When: Thursday 30 May, 6:30 - 7:30pm
Where: Online
Register for free here
Please note: these workshops are not designed as a substitute for therapy, counselling or professional mental health care services. If you need someone to talk to, or would like to be linked in with these supports, please contact our Rainbow Door helpline or QLife. By registering and agreeing to participate in this workshop, you acknowledge and understand the above considerations.