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Kick off WE RISE 2020 with our MC/Host Bryhana from Power 106, a special welcome from LACDMH Director Dr. Jonathan Sherin, a preview of May events and a surprise special performance. Hosted by Bryhana from Power106.

Take a break from the outside noise and ease into the weekend with a gentle mindful meditation lead by Jana Johnson
from The Tree South LA leads us through this moment of calm.

Join us for performances and words of inspiration featuring Raquel Rodriguez, Nahko, Dylan Dunlap and Mary Lambert. Hosted by Eric
Bigger from Power106.

Imagine a world where everyone can be fabulous and glamorous! Join Pickle the Drag Queen for family-friendly, gender-fluid story time, brought to you by Drag Queen Story Hour.

Self-expression break! Join the poets of Get Lit for a creative writing workshop to help you nurture your mental health. During the workshop, you’ll create an original poem that you can submit for a chance to win a $1,000 prize.

Find your rhythm through an assortment of drumming exercises led by Julio Figueroa of Drumming For Your Life. Great for beginners and pros alike!

Who would you be without limitations? Join Dr. Rocio Rosales Meza, Devi Brown and Gloria Lucas for an hour-long discussion on generational trauma: what it is, how it impacts our view of ourselves, and explore ways to heal and release fear. Moderated by Melanie Santos.

We’re sharing some of our most powerful content from WE RISE 2019. Hear from survivors of attempted suicides and those impacted by suicide as they open up about their experiences. This discussion features Torri Shack, founder of Tangible Movement; artist Miguel; conductor Christopher Rountree; storyteller Kevin Hines and suicide prevention specialist Stan Collins.

Decompress and move into your weekend with an all-levels flow yoga class to soulful music, led by Jana Johnson from The Tree South LA.

Relájate y comienza tu fin de semana con una clase de yoga para todos los niveles con música emotiva, dirigida por Rita Ortiz de The Tree South LA.

Be amazed and entertained by the talent, wisdom and words of the incredible poets who earned a place in the finals of the Classic Slam, Get Lit’s flagship event. Cheer on your favorite team and even take part in the voting!

Join life and fitness coach Eric Bigger for a series of exercises to strengthen your physical body and whole mind.

Build deep connections and resilience in the face of current challenges. Make your own We Rise Touchstones to keep, carry and even wear as you continue to rise. This interactive workshop is led by artist, and A Window Between Worlds founder, Cathy Salser. Download the worksheet: English I Español

Supporting LACDHM’s partner organizations who are participating in this online event all weekend.

Imagine a world where everyone can be fabulous and glamorous! Join Tony Soto for family-friendly, gender-fluid story time, brought to you by Drag Queen Story Hour.

A special interactive workshop led by Courtney Abruzzo & Julie Running of Curate Happiness and sponsored by UCLArts & Healing.

Join Dee Davis from InsideOUT Writers for a 60-minute creative writing workshop.

Join Matthew Diep & Alyssa Bernal of Psypher to learn how to listen to the different ways that your body responds to stress, and we’ll share some fun and easy dance exercises to help you find ways to cope!

How do we break the stigma around mental illness? Join actress and panel moderator DeWanda Wise and panelists Brenda Saraí Zuñiga, Angelique Henderson and Ross Kwong as they talk about mental health, managing through collective stress, and what it means to build community where mental health is possible for all. Panel hosted by NAMI Greater Los Angeles County.

¿Cómo rompemos el estigma en torno a la enfermedad mental? Únase a la locutora Caro Márquez y los panelistas Carmen Rosales, Lisbeth Coiman y Gilberto Riveras mientras hablan sobre la salud mental, el manejo del estrés en estos tiempos, y lo que significa construir comunidad donde la salud mental es posible para todos. Este panel está alojado por NAMI Greater Los Angeles County.

We’re sharing some of our most powerful content from WE RISE 2019. Watch an intimate fireside chat with former Lakers player Metta World Peace, as he shares his story of trauma, purpose and healing in conversation with Christina Pascucci of KTLA.

Incorporating simple journaling exercises into our routines has been proven to reduce stress and anxiety (or improve our emotional health), and help us feel more connected and resilient during difficult days. In this workshop, dig into the power of journaling, walk through some evidence-based journaling exercises and explore ways to share stories to help others. Presented by Love is Louder, a project of The JED Foundation.

¡a BAILAR! Let’s dance to un poquito of a variety of social dance forms: Salsa, Cumbia, Merengüe, Quebradita, and more! So come ready to move your hips and corazones. ALL dancing bodies are welcome because ALL bodies are dancing bodies.

Join Metta World Peace as he discusses the power of mindfulness and breath support. After, flow through a morning meditation with Alex Dawson.

Kick off Saturday night with an introspective dialogue with Elohim and Torri Shack followed by a bonus performance by Heather Mae!

An open conversation led by teens for teens, discussing the mental health issues they most want to explore, especially in the time of COVID-19. Moderated by Ross Szabo. Presented with Bring Change to Mind.

An open conversation led by college students for young adults, discussing the mental health issues they most want to explore, especially in the time of COVID-19. Moderated by Victor Schwartz. Presented with the Jed Foundation and Active Minds.

Treat yourself to a creative lunch break of self-care!  Enjoy an hour of mindfulness, music and mandala-creation led by professional artists from Inner-City Arts.

Have you ever considered photography as a therapeutic tool?  Learn how selfies can support with self-reflection and self-talk with Las Fotos Project students and team.

Join Directing Change for the 8th Annual Directing Change Program and Film Contest award ceremony showcasing the top films in the Suicide Prevention, Mental Health Matters and other special categories!

Join us for a special one-on-one conversation about athletes and mental health. Former NBA player Larry Sanders and ESPN/SEC broadcast reporter Lauren Sisler will discuss how athletes are becoming more vocal about their own mental health and how collegiate and pro sports leagues are changing.

We’re sharing some of our most powerful content from WE RISE 2019. Hear from survivors of attempted suicides and those impacted by suicide as they open up about their experiences. This intimate conversation features activist Mia St. John and activist/actor Madchen Amick. Moderated by Mariel Hemingway.

Youth and young adult filmmakers will screen films about mental health and suicide prevention during a “Director’s Watch Party” discussion with filmmakers Bradley Buecker (executive producer of 9-1-1, Glee) and Lisa Klein (director of The S Word).

Get moving and train like the Dodgers in the comfort of your own home. Join us for a special workout with Director of Player Performance for the Los Angeles Dodgers.

Your Body Knows! Get curious about the wisdom your body holds to heal itself. Learn simple body centered mindfulness meditation techniques to ground you into your truth, be unconditionally present with yourself and open the door to living a more authentic life. Led by Raquel Lemus of Dancing Diaspora Collective.

Imagine a world where everyone can be fabulous and glamorous! Join Billy L’Amour for family-friendly, gender-fluid story time, brought to you by Drag Queen Story Hour.

Rise and shine with Charlotte and Brittany from The Dance for Healing Project as we stretch, sweat, move and groove with the whole family. Our session will be filled with fun games and activities.  Family participation is encouraged. All ages welcome. No experience necessary!

Follow up to the We Rise Touchstones workshop with Cathy Salser of A Window Between Worlds.  Join us for a share-back & mini-training for those exploring Touchstones as a resource for transforming trauma – in our bodies, in our families and in our communities.

Join us on Memorial Day for a timely discussion on remembrance, connection and resilience with leading veteran voices, followed by a series of reflections expressed through the arts and inspirational messages. Panelists include Tess Banko from UCLA/VA Veteran Family Wellness Center, Shad Meshad from the National Veterans Foundation, Victor LaGroon from the City of Hope and Gabriel Santos from VOALA.  Moderated by Dr. Nathan Graeser.

Draw your dreams into reality. Join an interactive workshop exploring our goals and dreams through drawing at home. We will develop a journey map imagining how you would like to grow towards your goals in the future, along with three action items.

Join a candid and challenging conversation on mental health, recovery, and what it really means to ask for help. Amanda Crew, actress and Project HEAL Board member, moderates the intimate discussion with panelists Ellen Wong, Jen Ponton, Jeffrey Bowyer-Chapman and Lieba Swartz-Brownstein, LMSW who have all experienced eating disorders as they share stories of struggle, support and – ultimately – healing.

Come join It Gets Better for a discussion and screening of films from Fearless, a groundbreaking video series that highlights the stories of pioneers from the LGBTQ+ equality movement in Los Angeles.

It’s graduation season, and we’re throwing a virtual celebration with performances from powerhouse recording artists – including Jewel and San Cha – plus messages from special guests to honor the class of 2020.

Tune in for an exclusive performance and conversation with Miguel. Followed by a one-on-one conversation with Madison Bailey and Lacy Hartselle.

Join us as we take a look back on this past month and look ahead at how we can keep the momentum going all year long. Plus, messages from special guests and an exclusive performance by Ozomatli!