Women Make Movies, together with Docuseek and the filmmakers behind the award-winning WMM release A WOMAN ON THE OUTSIDE (dir. Kara Zatz, Lisa Riordan Seville), invites you to the panel The Art of Self-Care: Uplifting Black Women Through Joy and Wellness! On World Mental Health Day, join us to explore the vital theme of self-care and joy for Black women in today’s society. Our panelists will engage in critical discussions about health, relief, triumph and the importance of supporting women who crucially support, nurture and sustain their communities and nation.
Panelists Include:
- Dr. Chris Omni, MPH, MLS [Moderator] Founder and visionary, The OMNI Institute
- Kristal Bush, [Panelist & Film Participant] Former social worker and criminal justice and community activist
- Sarafina-Arthur Williams [Panelist] Founder & CEO, Intentional Simplicity, LLC
- Laqwanda Roberts-Buckley, MSSW [Panelist] Executive Director & Founder, Healing Black Women
Special Guests are:
- Zara Katz – Director/Producer
- Kiara C. Jones – Producer/Writer
A WOMAN ON THE OUTSIDE which follows Kristal Bush as she learns to care for herself while caring for others, is available to book for screenings or purchase.