In the heart of Montreal, women will gather for an afternoon designed to nurture healing, inspire creativity, and foster meaningful connection. This event is more than just a workshop. It is a space intentionally created for women to feel supported, empowered, and seen.

In today’s fast paced world, it can be difficult to find environments that encourage vulnerability, reflection, and authentic connection. Many women carry responsibilities, expectations, and experiences that are rarely given the space to be expressed. This gathering seeks to gently create that space through art, conversation, and community.

The Power of Creativity and Healing

Creativity has long been recognized as a powerful tool for healing and self expression. Through guided art activities, participants will be invited to explore their thoughts and emotions in a way that feels natural and freeing. There is no pressure to be perfect and no expectation of artistic skill. Instead, the focus is on the process, on what is felt, discovered, and shared along the way.

This experience encourages women to reconnect with themselves through creativity while embracing healing in a supportive and welcoming environment.

Meaningful Conversations and Community

As the afternoon unfolds, the experience will move into a reflection circle where conversation becomes a bridge between individuals. Stories, perspectives, and insights will be shared in a supportive and respectful environment, allowing each participant to feel heard and valued.

These moments of dialogue often become the foundation for deeper connection and lasting community. Beyond the structured activities, there will also be time dedicated to connection and networking, where conversations continue organically and new relationships begin to form.

Event Details

Date: Sunday, March 29, 2026
Time: 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Location: 551 Rue Saint-Martin, Montréal, QC H3J 1V3

Light refreshments will be served.

Who This Gathering Is For

This event is open to women aged 18 and over. While there is a meaningful intention to prioritize outreach to Black women and women within the community, the space remains welcoming to all women who desire to engage in a shared experience of healing, empowerment, and connection.

Whether you are seeking a moment of reflection, a creative outlet, or a sense of community, this experience has been thoughtfully designed with you in mind.

Join Us

You are invited to come as you are and take part in something meaningful. Join DINAH Mission and DESTA as we celebrate Women’s Month through art, healing, and connection.

Reserve your spot and step into an afternoon that has the potential to inspire, restore, and connect in lasting ways.

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On Thursday, February 5th, we hosted two inspiring online conversations with our DINAH Mission community, one in the afternoon and one in the evening. We are deeply grateful to everyone who joined, shared their experiences, and offered their insights. These discussions highlighted the richness of our community and reinforced that the DINAH Mission is not built alone. Our work thrives through relationships, collaboration, and a shared commitment to healing, empowerment, and resilience within Black communities. Participants shared stories of hope, personal growth, and challenges they have faced, reminding us of the importance of creating safe spaces for dialogue, reflection, and collective action.

This gathering was just the beginning. Over the coming weeks, we will continue these conversations, both online and in person, delving into the complexities of trauma, healing, and resilience in our communities. We look forward to deepening connections with elders, grassroots organizations, community leaders, and healers to raise awareness, co-create meaningful programs, and provide pathways for support and empowerment. Each conversation, insight, and collaboration brings us closer to building a stronger foundation for the DINAH Mission’s initiatives and the communities we serve.

Honoring Black History Month

While Black History Month highlights the creativity, resilience, and contributions of Black communities, at DINAH, we celebrate Blackness every day. This month is a reminder of the strength, creativity, and impact of our communities across generations. During this time, we are intentionally deepening our connections with community leaders, attending local initiatives, and collaborating with organizations to strengthen networks, resources, and support systems for Black women and girls. Our work is a celebration of history, resilience, and collective empowerment, and a commitment to honoring the legacies and lived experiences of those who have come before us.

Continuing the Conversation

This conversation is just the beginning of an ongoing process. Over the coming weeks, we will carefully review the themes, insights, and priorities shared during our discussion. This will include identifying opportunities for collaboration, exploring partnerships with aligned organizations, strengthening pathways for healing and support, and shaping future programs and resources that reflect the real needs of our community.

We encourage everyone to continue sharing their ideas, experiences, and perspectives. Your voice helps guide the priorities and direction of the DINAH Mission’s work and ensures that we create meaningful impact together.

Thank You for Being Part of This Moment

Thank you so much for joining our online conversations with the DINAH Mission. Your presence, engagement, and thoughtful contributions made these sessions truly meaningful. We are grateful for the time you dedicated to reconnecting, sharing your perspectives, and co-creating with our community. Together, we are building a stronger, more connected, and empowered community.

If you have any questions, comments, or feedback, we would love to hear from you. Please feel free to reach out by email or connect with us on social media.

Stay connected:
info@dinahmission.com
www.dinahmission.com
@thedinahmission

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We are pleased to invite you to a community centered online conversation focused on listening, reconnecting, and shaping what comes next together.

Before launching new programs or initiatives, we want to return to what matters most: our community. This community listening session is an opportunity to bring together volunteers, partners, and supporters to engage in open dialogue, share perspectives, and reflect together on where DINAH should focus moving forward.

Why This Conversation Matters

We believe that relationships matter more than events. Before building new initiatives, it is important to intentionally rebuild and strengthen our relational foundation. This conversation represents a first step toward moving forward in a thoughtful, inclusive, and sustainable way, grounded in the lived experiences, needs, and insights of our community.

What to Expect

This online community listening session will offer a warm and respectful space for honest discussion in a small group setting. Participants will be invited to share ideas, reflections, and feedback in a supportive environment. Notes will be taken to ensure that every voice is heard and thoughtfully considered. We truly believe that listening comes before building, and that the most meaningful way forward is one we shape together.

Event Details

Date: Thursday, February 5

Time Options 12:00 PM & 6:00 PM

Duration
1 hour

Format
Online
The access link will be shared with registered participants

Your Voice Matters

Your perspective is valued and will help inform the next chapter of DINAH’s initiatives. Whether you have been involved in the past or are joining this conversation for the first time, your presence is welcome and appreciated.

We look forward to reconnecting with you and beginning this next chapter side by side.

We look forward to reconnecting with you and beginning this next chapter side by side.

Register now

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Celebrating Our Journey

As we step into 2026, I want to extend my warmest wishes to each of you for a year filled with blessings, love, and fulfillment. It’s a joy to reconnect and share what lies ahead for DINAH Mission.

Since its inception in 2021, DINAH Mission has been a faith rooted initiative dedicated to healing, advocacy, and community for women and girls. Its journey has been made possible through generous support, partnerships, and the unwavering belief of a community that shares our vision. For this, I remain deeply grateful.

A defining moment came in March 2023 with our first Women Empowered Through Awareness and Healing (WETAH) event. The engagement, testimonies, and subsequent healing sessions reaffirmed the importance of this work and the purpose behind DINAH Mission.

After that season, we paused to thoughtfully plan the future of DINAH Mission, ensuring every step aligns with our purpose. That same desire to serve, support, and create spaces for healing has never left my heart.

Embracing a New Season

As we enter this new year, DINAH Mission is stepping forward with intention, prayer, and realism. Our next chapter will begin with online conversations, virtual gatherings, and community collaborations, allowing us to reconnect, listen, and rebuild in a way that honors the mission and our capacities.

These conversations will lay the foundation for future in person gatherings and communal initiatives, guided by care, consistency, and integrity. This approach ensures that we move forward thoughtfully, creating spaces that are sustainable, meaningful, and welcoming for everyone involved.

Walking Forward Together

If DINAH Mission has ever resonated with you as a supporter, participant, partner, or friend, I warmly invite you to walk alongside us again. You are welcome to reach out via email, social media, or simply with a word, prayer, or reflection as we begin this new season together.

Thank you for your patience, grace, and belief in this mission. I am excited for what we will build together in the months ahead.

With gratitude & love,

Ohemaa Adom K.
Founder, DINAH Mission

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As we joyously welcome the dawn of a new year, our hearts swell with gratitude for the steadfast support you’ve generously bestowed upon us throughout the past year. Your unwavering dedication to our mission has been the bedrock of our collective endeavors, and for this, we extend our deepest thanks.

The year 2024 holds the promise of exciting and transformative developments for the DINAH Mission. Behind the scenes, our team is diligently crafting initiatives that align seamlessly with our core mission—to address trauma within the Black community and nurture wellness and healing.

We’re thrilled to share that the upcoming months will bring forth announcements unveiling these meaningful projects. The prospect of sharing these developments with you, our cherished community, fills us with great excitement and anticipation.

A special highlight to mark on your calendars: Our monthly therapeutic sessions are scheduled to resume in February 2024. These sessions serve as a dedicated space for healing, reflection, and community connection. We eagerly look forward to reuniting with you during these moments of shared support and growth.

Once again, thank you for being an integral part of the DINAH Mission family. Your unwavering support propels our commitment to effecting positive change, and together, we stand poised to bring about impactful transformations within our community.

As we embark on this New Year journey, may it be filled with joy, fulfillment, and the collective accomplishment of shared goals.

Warm regards,

DINAH Mission Team

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Within these group therapy sessions, we are committed to providing a space where women can openly and confidentially share their experiences, emotions, and challenges. Our mission is to offer a platform for meaningful conversations, emotional support, and personal growth. By dismantling the stigmatization associated with childhood sexual abuse, our aim is to empower women to reclaim their voices and derive strength from their own narratives.

Our team of therapists, including Rosetta Sowkey, Trauma Counsellor and Consultant are both compassionate and well-versed in trauma-informed care. They will lead these sessions with the utmost sensitivity, ensuring that emotional well-being, healing, and personal development are at the forefront of our collective journey.

At the DINAH Mission, we firmly believe in the strength of unity and sisterhood. By coming together, we are breaking free from the bonds of silence and fostering a community of empowered women who stand together, support one another, and heal as a collective force. Join us on this transformative healing journey, and let’s empower each other to discover our voices, reclaim our strength, and thrive.

To ensure intimacy and a safe space, these group sessions are intentionally kept small. Please register as quickly as possible.

Once the spaces are full, we will send another email confirmation. At that point, you may need to register for the following month’s session. We ask for your understanding and commitment, as these sessions are of utmost importance for those in need. If you cannot attend after registration, please advise us as soon as possible to allow another survivor the opportunity to participate. Thank you for your understanding and support in creating a healing community.

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Dear DINAH Mission Community,

We trust that you are doing well and are in great spirits. I sit down to pen these words, I’m filled with a sense of gratitude and reflection after a summer that has been nothing short of transformative.

This summer, like many of us, was a unique blend of wonderful serenity and bustling activity. It brought its own set of challenges, but it also unveiled precious moments of disconnection that I am immensely grateful for. In a world that never seems to slow down, these little respites were like lifelines, offering the chance to catch my breath and gather my thoughts.

What struck me most during these moments of reflection was the incredible power and grace to overcome adversity. It was a summer marked by some trials and difficulties, but it was also a season of resilience and unwavering determination. Despite facing my own personal challenges, I found solace and purpose in being a comfort to others. It’s a reminder that even in our darkest hours, we possess the capacity to be a source of light and hope for those around us.

The power of overcoming adversity cannot be underestimated. It’s a testament to our ability to rise above the storms of life, to find strength in vulnerability, and to transform challenges into opportunities for growth. Through it all, one lesson stands out like a beacon— the importance of staying positive. Positivity, I’ve come to realize, is not just a state of mind; it’s a guiding force that leads us through the toughest of times.

But perhaps one of the most beautiful aspects of this summer was the opportunity to connect with incredible women who embody strength, grace, and resilience. These powerful women not only offered support but also helped keep me focused on what truly matters. In their presence, I found renewed determination to pursue our mission, to uplift those in need, and to stand together as a united force for good.

As we move forward, let’s carry the lessons and the bonds forged during this transformative summer with us. Together, we are an unstoppable community capable of creating meaningful change in the lives of those we serve. Our journey continues, and with each step, we become even more resilient, positive, and empowered.

Thank you for being part of this incredible journey with us. Stay tuned for more on our programs and services.

With gratitude and unwavering determination,

DINAH Mission

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This day was designed to inspire, heal, and empower women across our community. From the moment participants arrived for a continental breakfast, the atmosphere was charged with energy, connection, and anticipation for a day full of impactful sessions, wellness, and celebration.

The program featured healing sessions led by Jacqueline Powell, Tamara M. Williams, and Marjorie Lovinsky, offering profound insights on emotional wellness, empowerment, and personal growth. Before the presentations, guests were treated to the enchanting melodies of Christelle Saint-Juliens on the harp, setting a serene and uplifting tone for the day.

Attendees also engaged in:

• A lively Zumba session led by Lolita Zumba
• Interactive workshops and discussions on healing through sound and the socioeconomic dimensions of gender-based violence and childhood sexual abuse
• Networking opportunities over a delightful lunch
• A wellness exhibition featuring exceptional vendors from across Montreal, showcasing products and services designed to nurture mind, body, and spirit
• The event also included a raffle, where two remarkable winners shared their stories with the audience, adding a joyful and memorable touch to the evening.

Special Thanks

We extend heartfelt gratitude to our speakers, panelists, collaborators, sponsors, and volunteers, whose dedication made this event a resounding success. A special thank you to:

The event also included a raffle, where two remarkable winners shared their stories with the audience, adding a joyful and memorable touch to the evening.

Special Thanks

We extend heartfelt gratitude to our speakers, panelists, collaborators, sponsors, and volunteers, whose dedication made this event a resounding success. A special thank you to:

Sponsors & Collaborators:

Ayeeyo
Menea
Le Diamant Bleu
Art of Shu
Grove Campus
Vivres 100 Fibromes
Sahari
Raymonde Gomis
Lolita Zumba
K-Essentiel
SIMKHA
SAMIAM
Ethnika
Friends2Go
Belobio
Kamifood
Wanjiru
L’envol

Speakers & Panelists:
Jacqueline Powell
Tamara M. Williams
Marjorie Lovinsky
Christelle Saint-Julien
Paulette Senior
Shirlette Wint
Misanka Mupesse

Media Team:

Daniel Schwartzberg

JMK Production

Volunteers:
Your unwavering support made all the difference. We couldn’t have done it without you!

The success of WETAH 2023 has energized our mission to continue empowering and healing women in our community. We look forward to the second edition. Stay tuned for updates!

Enjoy your viewing below!

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Listen to the full interview below!

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