PROGRAMME: 8 MARCH 2019

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1 KYRA: EVERY WOMAN HEARD PROGRAMME: 8 MARCH 2019 PHOTO: GABRIELLE LAYCOCK

2 ABOUT TODAY The Kyra Women's Project supports women to help them overcome challenges and make change in their lives. We offer a range of courses, therapies, life skills and events - you can try some of these today. When you arrive, volunteers (wearing blue lanyards) will help you sign up for the activities you want to take part in. There will be a range of stalls offering advice, therapies, activities and other treats all day. Rather than charging for tickets for entry we are asking for donations on a pay as you feel basis. Let our volunteers know if you have any access needs or if you would like some time away from the activities. We have rooms set aside to provide a quiet space if you feel overwhelmed. We will be serving refreshments throughout the day and you'll be spoilt for choice for delicious homemade foods at lunch.

3 PROGRAMME 09:30-10:00 10:00-11:00 11:00-16:00 11:15-12:15 12:00-14:00 12:00-16:00 12:00-16:00 12:30-13:45 13:00-16:00 13:30-14:30 14:00-15:00 14:00-14:45-15:45 Registration Welcome Flower Power The Truth About Confidence Lunch Meet the Volunteers Lush Bath Bomb Workshop Poetry Readings Rag Rug Workshop Sound Meditation Resilience Training Drama Workshop Mindfulness Workshop Room 1 Room 1 Room 1 Upstairs Upstairs Upstairs Carecent Room 1 Carecent 15:00-15:45 Storytelling Off Room 1 15:15-16:15 Women in Business Panel

4 DETAILS Welcome 10:00-11:00 The day will start with introductory speeches from women speakers including: Judith Stoddart - Deacon Central Methodist Church Lisa Barker - Kyra Women's Project Chair Verna Campbell - Sheriff of York Judith Orrell - Lady Mayoress Rachael Maskell - York Central MP Flower Power 11:00-16:00 Room 1 A healing flower arranging workshop from Flower Power York, a social enterprise that uses the Power of Flowers to bring positive changes to people s lives. The Truth About Confidence 11:15-12:15 Jules Wyman exposes the truth about confidence to help women build their self-belief. Meet the Volunteers 12:00-16:00 Upstairs Meet some of our amazing volunteers and find out more about Kyra. Could we help you or could you help us as a volunteer? We look forward to meeting you. (Unfortunately, there are stairs to access us. If this is a concern, chat with someone on our stall).

5 Lush Workshop 12:00-16:00 Upstairs Always fancied making your own LUSH products? Now you can! Lush are offering hand and arm massages and will be making Butterball - a relaxing and gentle bath bomb - suitable for sensitive skin. Poetry Readings 12:30-13:45 Readings from our Reflections poetry collection, written and illustrated by members of our Poetry and Art Groups. Available for a suggested donation of 5. We also welcome Rose Drew from Stairwell Books who has assembled a group of local femme poets for this year's IWW theme of 'Giving Women a Voice' and Kyra Voices - a group of women who come to Kyra, to enjoy each other s company, have fun and sing. Rag Rug Workshop 13:00-16:00 Upstairs Have fun turning old t-shirts and forgotten favourites into recycled works of art with the age-old skill of rag rugging. Elaine and Angela will share the skills you need to make unique rag rugs, cushions and art to spice up your home. Careful though, it s addictive! Sound Meditation 13:00-14:30 Carecent Julie Keen will guide attendees on their own personal journey to inner peace, stillness and harmony. Surrounded by powerful healing sounds and the unique and relaxing tones of the UFO/Tongue drum, wind chimes and Tibetan singing bowl.

6 ACTIVITIES Resilience Training 14:00-15:00 An interactive workshop with Dr. Frances Dodd to understand what resilience is, reflect on your own resilience and learn strategies to strengthen it. Drama Workshop 14:00-14:30 Room 1 Come and find out about the Kyra Drama Group, relax and enjoy a short performance put together by our inspirational women. There will also be a chance for some audience participation, all led by Paula Clark from York Theatre Royal. Mindfulness 14:45-15:45 Carecent Alison Gear will offer an opportunity for quiet and for mindful speech and listening. Introducing one or two short practices that can be taken away to try at home. Storytelling 15:00-15:45 Off Room 1 Storytelling is one of the most ancient art forms, join Beverley and enjoy sharing stories connected to women. Women in Business 15:15-16:15 Dr. Rebecca Biggins from York Business School will lead a conversation on what challenges women face in the workplace. Put your own questions to our expert panel and ask their advice on leadership, entrepreneurship, mentoring, work-life balance and achieving your career goals at any level from finding your first job, starting a new role or leading a business or team of your own.

7 STALLS Throughout the day we will have a range of stalls in the main hall offering advice, information, treatments, and other goodies. Take a look at what is on offer! Kyra Women's Project SoulSpace The Healing Clinic Flower Power Serendipity - Counselling service Jules Wyman Confidence Coach Lush Natural Balance Refugee Action York York Blind and Partially Sighted Society Healthwatch York York and Selby IAPT Jo Morrell - Reiki Practitioner Changing Lives & Sexual Health IDAS HMP Askham Grange Tropic freshly made, cruelty-free beauty products' York Carers Centre

8 ABOUT The Kyra Women's Project began as a support centre for women, run by women, providing encouragement, companionship, information, training, and importantly, a sense of belonging. We help local women make positive change in their lives. We offer a range of courses, therapies, life skills and events for women, all from our relaxed, comfy, city centre location. The kettle is always on. Our door will always be open until every woman in our area feels safe, supported and able to be the person they were always meant to be @kyrawomen Reg. Charity No