WEXi (The Wellness and Expressive Arts Initiative) is an opportunity for young people to regain a sense of resilience, community, and meaning by engaging in a variety of group activities that promote wellness.
WEXi will offer a calendar full of after-school and Sunday activities where young people can join with others to relax, have fun, be social, and express themselves – an important outlet to deal with feelings, be authentic and to feel seen.
Activities will include informal drop-in opportunities, one-time activities, and short-term groups.
Why WEXi?
Trauma is not just a psychological experience; it is a mind-body experience tied to neurobiology. Wellness modalities and expressive arts are best practices to address traumatic stress. The goal is to facilitate a sense of safety, enhance resiliency, help individuals recover a sense of well-being, and connect individuals through community when practiced in groups.
- Benefits of Meditation & Mindfulness for Teens
- How Expressive Arts Help Teens
- Information about Art Therapy & Teens
- Importance of Teen Friendships During COVID-19
Interested in facilitating a WEXi workshop?
Response and WEXi are seeking enthusiastic, creative, and experienced artist instructors and wellness workers who have a passion for sharing their craft with teens and young adults.