offerings & gatherings
a special welcome to individuals born or living in the african diaspora and/or of african-caribbean heritage
“your soul is a sacred land. make sure you treat it that way. —Jaiya John, freedom
upcoming offerings & gatherings
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sangha* gathering
may11 || 11:30-1pm ET
may16 || 12-1PM ET
the sweet blossoming sangha (in the plum village tradition) meets FRIDAYS. join the mailing list.
Garrison BIPOC sangha at the garrison institute meets THURSDAYS**
Metta-Morphosis sangha meets 2nd & 4th Saturday. join the mailing list
these are free gatherings, for self-identified BIPOC practitioners, in a safe space to meditate and explore contemplative practices.
Kenyatta is facilitating on the dates above
*sangha means community
**usually this sangha is guided by @kairajewel or Dr. Marisela Gomez
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monthly SOULmatic gathering
last saturday of the month || 11-12pm PT | 2-3pm ET | 7-8pm UK
free online SOULmatic gatherings where you gentle explore body-based practices that create more well-being in your body and more room in your nervous system.
for ALL self-identified black and brown PERSONS OF CULTURE
no experience or prior training required
safe space (no recording)
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SOULtending 🌱 SOULcare program
new program ALERT
details coming soon
private & confidential
would you like support navigating life’s challenges?
one-on-one private sessions are for those who are ready to receive support to move through the effects of trauma on their mind, body and soul. receiving trauma care from someone with firsthand experience of gently, organically moving through their own trauma (learn more).
for self-identified persons of culture who have worked with me before or referred to me or have attended one of my sessions or journeys
$100 USD - 1 hour*
*scholarships available
one-on-one support
book a free 30 discovery call
✨past offerings & gatherings💫
sweet blossoming sangha* 2024
Kenyatta facilitated sangha on…
friday, feb9, 2024 at 8-9am PT | 11am-12pm ET | 4-5pm UK
friday, mar8, 2024 at 8-9am PT | 11am-12pm ET | 4-5pm UK
friday, apr12, 2024 at 8-9am PT | 11am-12pm ET | 4-5pm UK
black indigenous people of color (BIPOC) individuals are invited to join sweet blossoming sangha for 1 hour meditative practices,
the sweet blossoming sangha is a free weekly gathering of self-identified BIPOC practitioners that provides a safe place to meditate and explore contemplative practices. this sangha cultivates an environment that welcomes diverse voices and builds community.
*sangha means community
garrison institute bipoc sangha*
Kenyatta (& friend) facilitated sangha on…
thursday, jan11, 2024 at 9-10am PT | 12-1pm ET | 5-6pm UK
the black, indigenous and people of color (BIPOC) sangha at the garrison institute is a weekly gathering of self-identified BIPOC practitioners that provides a safe place to meditate and explore contemplative practices. this sangha cultivates an environment that welcomes diverse voices and builds community.
usually the sangha is guided by @kairajewel or Dr. Marisela Gomez.
*sangha means community
**BIPOC = black indigenous people of colour
monthly SOULmatic gatherings
free online somatic gatherings where you explore gentle body-based practices that creates more well-being in your body and more room in your nervous system
saturday, feb24, 2024 at 11-12pm PT | 2-3pm ET | 7-8pm UK
saturday, mar30, 2024 at 11-12pm PT | 2-3pm ET | 7-8pm UK
saturday, apr27, 2024 at 11-12pm PT | 2-3pm ET | 7-8pm UK
for self-identified black and brown BODIES OF CULTURE are invited to gather to explore body base wellness practices
no experience or prior training required
UNSTOPPABLE WOMEN’S RETREAT
yellow flowers women’s network (@yellow_flowers_ja)
APR 5 to 7, 2024
in person retreat || IRISH TOWN ST ANDREW JAMAICA
devotion | meditation | hiking | unstoppable teachings | unstoppable potion making | networking
founders: Sharlene Rowe | Candace Simms | Debbie Meek | Sherika Baker
new year soulmatic reset retreat
JAN 6, 2024 || 10-2pm PT || 1-5pm ET || 6-10pm UK
a virtual half day retreat
step into the new year with trust and confidence as you attune to your ancestors standing with you and the earth beneath your feet. tap into a sturdy foundation to ground and lean on as we continue to navigate and move through these chaotic times. this is a retreat for BIPOC (black indigenous and persons of culture)
MorningSun BIPOC* mindfulness retreat
AUG 23rd, 5pm ET to AUG 27th, 2pm ET
the first plum village tradition BIPOC retreat in New England!
it was great and we plan to do it again
here is a short video from the retreat
BIPOC = black indigenous people of colour
monthly somatic gatherings
free online somatic gatherings where you explore gentle body-based practices that creates more well-being in your body and more room in your nervous system
sunday, march 25, 2023 at 11-12pm PT | 2-3pm ET | 7-8pm UK
sunday, april 23, 2023 at 11-12pm PT | 2-3pm ET | 7-8pm UK
sunday, may 21, 2023 at 11-12pm PT | 2-3pm ET | 7-8pm UK
sunday, july 23, 2023 at 11-12pm PT | 2-3pm ET | 7-8pm UK
sunday, august 13, 2023 at 11-12pm PT | 2-3pm ET | 7-8pm UK
sunday, september 17, 2023 at 11-12pm PT | 2-3pm ET | 7-8pm UK
sunday, october 22, 2023 at 11-12pm PT | 2-3pm ET | 7-8pm UK
sunday, november 26, 2023 at 11-12pm PT | 2-3pm ET | 7-8pm UK
sunday, december 17, 2023 at 11-12pm PT | 2-3pm ET | 7-8pm UK
for self-identified black and brown BODIES OF CULTURE (regardless of your commitment to your healing work) are invited to gather to explore body base wellness practices
no experience or prior training required
sweet blossoming sangha* 2023
Kenyatta facilitated sangha on…
friday, jan 27, 2023 at 8-9am PT | 11am-12pm ET | 4-5pm UK
friday, mar 17, 2023 at 8-9am PT | 11am-12pm ET | 4-5pm UK
friday, apr 21, 2023 at 8-9am PT | 11am-12pm ET | 4-5pm UK
friday, jun 16, 2023 at 8-9am PT | 11am-12pm ET | 4-5pm UK
friday, jun 30, 2023 at 8-9am PT | 11am-12pm ET | 4-5pm UK
friday, jul 28, 2023 at 8-9am PT | 11am-12pm ET | 4-5pm UK
friday, sep 29, 2023 at 8-9am PT | 11am-12pm ET | 4-5pm UK
friday, nov 10, 2023 at 8-9am PT | 11am-12pm ET | 4-5pm UK
friday, dec 29, 2023 at 8-9am PT | 11am-12pm ET | 4-5pm UK
black indigenous people of color (BIPOC) individuals are invited to join sweet blossoming sangha for 1 hour meditative practices,
the sweet blossoming sangha is a free weekly gathering of self-identified BIPOC practitioners that provides a safe place to meditate and explore contemplative practices. this sangha cultivates an environment that welcomes diverse voices and builds community.
*sangha means community
garrison institute bipoc sangha*
Kenyatta & friend facilitated sangha on…
thursday, april 24, 2023 at 9-10am PT | 12-1pm ET | 5-6pm UK
the black, indigenous and people of color (BIPOC) sangha at the garrison institute is a weekly gathering of self-identified BIPOC practitioners that provides a safe place to meditate and explore contemplative practices. this sangha cultivates an environment that welcomes diverse voices and builds community.
usually the sangha is guided by @kairajewel or Dr. Marisela Gomez.
*sangha means community
global earth retreat
love is freedom
plum village monastery & earth holder community of north america
presented on the 3rd of the 5 mindfulness trainings
june 19, 2023 9am - 1030 am ET
unstillness somatic practice circle
let life move me
a virtual somatic practice circle
for self-identified black, indigenous and persons of culture individuals who are committed to their own healing
MAXIMUM 10 PARTICIPANTS
must be able to attend 1st sessions: FEB 19, MAR 5 & 19, APR 2, 16 & 30, MAY 14 & 28, 2023
all sessions held on sundays 11-1pm PST | 2-4pm EST | 7-9pm UK
somatic abolitionism healing circle
a virtual somatic practice circle
for self-identified Africans & African descendants
MAXIMUM 5 PARTICIPANTS
must be able to attend all 4 sessions: OCT 23, NOV 6 & 20, DEC 4 2022
all sessions held on sundays 3-4:30pm PT | 6-7:30pm ET
sweet blossoming sangha*
Kenyatta facilitated sangha on…
friday, jun 27, 2022 at 8-9am PT | 11am-12pm ET | 4-5pm UK
friday, jul 29, 2022 at 8-9am PT | 11am-12pm ET | 4-5pm UK
friday, sep 9, 2022 at 8-9am PT | 11-12pm ET | 4-5pm UK
friday, nov 11, 2022 at 8-9am PT | 11am-12pm ET | 4-5pm UK
friday, dec 30, 2022 at 8-9am PT | 11am-12pm ET | 4-5pm UK*-
black indigenous people of color (BIPOC) individuals are invited to join sweet blossoming sangha for 1 hour meditative practices,
the sweet blossoming sangha is a free weekly gathering of self-identified BIPOC practitioners that provides a safe place to meditate and explore contemplative practices. this sangha cultivates an environment that welcomes diverse voices and builds community.
*sangha means community
garrison institute bipoc sangha*
Kenyatta & friend facilitated sangha on…
thursday, jun 9, 2022 at 9-10am PT | 12-1pm ET | 5-6pm UK
thursday, oct 27, 2022 at 9-10am PT | 12-1pm ET | 5-6pm UK
the black, indigenous and people of color (BIPOC) sangha at the garrison institute is a weekly gathering of self-identified BIPOC practitioners that provides a safe place to meditate and explore contemplative practices. this sangha cultivates an environment that welcomes diverse voices and builds community.
usually the sangha is guided by @kairajewel or Dr. Marisela Gomez.
*sangha means community
Peace in One’s Nervous System, Peace in the World
free online Workshop for self-identified black and brown BODIES OF CULTURE
facilitators: Regine Laroche & Kenyatta A
friday, feb 25, 2022 6:00-8:00 pm ET
OR
sunday, feb 27, 2022 3:00-5:00 pm ET
New Year, Resilient Me!
free online workshop for Africans & African descendants
facilitators: Regine Laroche & Kenyatta A
saturday, jan 15, 2022 6:00-7:30 pm ET
OR
sunday, jan 16, 2022 3:00-4:30 pm ET