Demystifying Mutual Aid Workshop: April 5th 2025
Curious about mutual aid but unsure where to start? Demystifying Mutual Aid is a workshop designed to unpack the concept and provide tips.
Date and time
Location
Online
Refund Policy
Agenda
12:05 PM - 12:15 PM
Introduction to virtual platform and philosophy
12:15 PM - 12:45 PM
What is Mutual Aid, Organizing, and Mobilization?
12:45 PM - 1:00 PM
Neurodivergence and Inclusion
1:00 PM - 1:10 PM
10 Minute Break
1:10 PM - 2:00 PM
Labor Ethics and Jobs
2:00 PM - 2:30 PM
30 Minute Break
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
Self Development and Regulation
3:30 PM - 4:00 PM
Group Work Skills
4:00 PM - 4:10 PM
10 Minute Break
4:10 PM - 4:40 PM
Conflict
4:40 PM - 5:00 PM
Next Steps and Final Q&A
About this event
- Event lasts 5 hours
Participants will attend on April 5th for 5 hours with 50 minutes worth of break time.
Curious about mutual aid but unsure where to start? Demystifying Mutual Aid is a workshop designed to unpack the concept of mutual aid, moving beyond common misconceptions like associating it solely with crowdfunding. This interactive session will provide participants with a clear understanding of what mutual aid is and how it can be a powerful tool for survival and community-building in today’s political and economic climate. This workshop will be facilitated and includes information helpful neurodivergent folks. Many of us have unique needs that will need to be incorporated in our survival needs.
Through facilitation and discussion, participants will:
- Learn foundational definitions and real-life examples of mutual aid.
- Gain tips for organizing with friends, family, and broader communities.
- Explore strategies for creating short- and long-term survival goals.
- Identify personal skills they can develop to show up for their community.
This workshop is intentionally intimate, with space for up to 9 participants to insure time for meaningful participation. It is open to beginners and those seeking to deepen their understanding and participation in mutual aid.
I also offer tailored workshops for specific communities and organizations—contact me for more details!
About the host:
Fab is a Black neurodivergent woman with a degree in Political Science and Economics. She is a workshop facilitator and public educator with over five years of experience creating accessible and impactful content on systemic issues like capitalism, imperialism, and anti-Blackness. She combines academic knowledge with hands-on experience in nonprofits and government agencies.
Her Demystifying Mutual Aid workshop equips participants with a clear understanding of mutual aid and practical tools to address immediate and long-term survival needs. Fab is passionate about fostering resilience and collaboration, helping individuals and communities thrive in today’s challenging climate.
Frequently asked questions
This workshop is designed for anyone curious about mutual aid, especially those who might currently associate it only with crowdfunding. It's perfect for beginners looking to understand the concept and for folks seeking a space to explore how they can actively participate in mutual aid efforts.
In a world where government safety nets are often insufficient, mutual aid encourages us to rethink how we can ensure our basic needs are met—through collaboration, solidarity, and intentional community-building.
The session welcomes up to 9 participants, creating an intimate environment for meaningful discussion and learning. This workshop equips attendees with the knowledge and confidence to actively engage in mutual aid efforts and support collective survival.
The workshop is sliding scale and starts at $40 an attendee.
Flexible Communication, Scheduled Breaks, Clear Communication, Low-Stimulation Options, Inclusive Language, Captioning and Transcription