Program Spotlight: EmpowerGenetics

A Path to Freedom, Renewal, and Whole-BEING

EmpowerGenetics is a transformative 16-week program designed for survivors of intimate partner violence. By combining personalized genetic insights, holistic well-being strategies, and environmental stewardship, this program empowers individuals to heal, rebuild resilience, and achieve emotional and physical renewal while fostering a sustainable connection to the natural world.

Goals

Empowerment & Healing

• Support emotional recovery and resilience through therapeutic arts, personalized health coaching, and connection to nature.

• Promote healthy eating, exercise, and self-care to rebuild confidence and achieve optimal body weight.

Community Engagement

• Cultivate belonging through group workshops, creative activities, and peer support.

• Incorporate nature-based practices, such as gardening and pollinator habitat creation, to promote mindfulness and a deeper connection to sustainable living.

Advocacy & Awareness

• Raise awareness about the impacts of intimate partner violence.

• Advocate for survivors’ access to resources promoting physical, emotional, and environmental well-being, including strategies that align personal health with ecosystem health.

Key Program Components

• DNA-Based Insights: Tailored weight management strategies based on participants' genetic profiles.

• Holistic Wellness: Mental health support, stress management, mindfulness techniques, and nature-based healing practices for emotional renewal.

• Nutrition & Fitness: Customized plans aligned with individual genetic needs and focused on sustainable, health-promoting habits.

• Environmental Engagement: Hands-on activities like pollinator-friendly gardening and sustainable practices to foster a sense of purpose and stewardship.

• Supportive Community: Peer connections and arts-based activities that inspire resilience, empowerment, and collective healing.

• Sustainable Results: Tools and strategies for long-term well-being, freedom from abuse, and a deeper understanding of sustainable living.

Impact

EmpowerGenetics not only supports survivors in their journey of recovery but also empowers them to thrive with renewed confidence, health, and purpose. By integrating an environmental focus, this program reinforces the connection between personal growth and the health of the ecosystems we all depend on, creating a more sustainable and compassionate future for individuals and communities alike.