- OAKLAND, CA -
-SOWETO, SOUTH AFRICA-
Dr. Gigi Khanyezi
Faith, Justice, Race, Healing
Virtual Retreats
We are launching a new series of virtual gatherings created in response to a growing desire for spaces where healing, soul care, and collective resilience can flourish.
Originally inspired by those who wished to participate in our Healing Racial Trauma Certificate Program at Howard University School of Divinity but could not commit to the full program, these retreats offer an accessible opportunity to learn, connect, and be renewed in community during challenging times.
NOVEMBER 7-8, 2026
Soul Care Retreat
Healing, Hope, and Collective Resilience in a Time of Uncertainty
In times of uncertainty, so many of us find ourselves carrying more than we realize in our bodies, our relationships, and our spirits.
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For us of the global majority (BIPOC), the cumulative weight of racial trauma, ongoing uncertainty, and the challenges of this cultural moment can leave us exhausted, disconnected, and struggling to imagine a hopeful future.
This virtual retreat is an invitation to pause, reconnect, and be nourished in community.​​
Together we will explore practices of healing, soul care, resilience, and collective wisdom that can help us remain grounded and expand our capacity while continuing the work of justice, leadership, and beloved community.​
This is not primarily a lecture-based experience.
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​While there will be short teachings throughout the weekend, the heart of our time together will be relational, collaborative, and experiential. We will learn from one another, engage healing practices together, and create space to breathe, reflect, and reconnect with hope.
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It has been designed with the hope that you will walk away feeling like your body has just let out a big sigh.
During this Retreat We Will Explore
​Healing Racial Trauma
Learn how racial trauma lives in our bodies and how it impacts relationships, communities, and leadership, and experience pathways toward restoration and resilience.
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The Roots of Our Trauma and the Roadmap for Our Healing​
Drawing from a powerful biblical narrative, we will explore key roots of our collective trauma and the pathways toward individual and communal healing.
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The Nervous System as the Epicenter of Racial Trauma and Healing
Gain practical insight into the role of the nervous system in our daily lives and how it is impacted by racialized traumatic stress. with skills that promote healing, regulation, and sustainable leadership.​
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Generational Trauma and Resilience​
Discover how wounds and wisdom are carried across generations and how we can participate in processes of healing and transformation.
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Practical Grounding and Soul Care Practices
Learn practices that help cultivate stability, hope, and emotional sustainability during challenging times..
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Collective Healing Practices
Experience healing not only as an individual journey but as something that happens in community through connection, presence, and shared wisdom
You Will Leave With...
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A deeper understanding of racial trauma and its impact on individuals, communities, and leadership
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Practical tools for grounding, soul care, and nervous system regulation
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Greater resilience and emotional sustainability during challenging times
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Strategies for navigating difficult conversations with greater confidence and compassion
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Renewed hope and vision for your life, leadership, and work
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Tools you can apply in your communities, organizations, ministries, and programs
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Meaningful connections with others committed to healing, flourishing, and collective resilience
Who Is This For?
This is an affinity space. It is designed for us of the global majority (also known as BIPOC) seeking healing, restoration, soul care, and community while navigating the challenges of our current cultural moment. Whether you are a leader, educator, caregiver, activist, faith practitioner, or simply someone longing for space to breathe and reconnect, you are welcome.
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Retreat Details
Dates: Sat. and Sun., November 7-8, 2026
Time: 2:00p - 6:00p EST each day
Format: Virtual Live on Zoom.
Investment: Tiered Pricing​​