The way that mental health is currently promoted is incredibly Eurocentric and ignores the methods that black individuals from various cultures have utilized to maintain their mental health while dealing with trauma both individually and collectively. In order to address this in our community, we created a non-profit called Born Somali. Our program aims to reimagine wellness from a Somali lens. Our workshop series provide a platform for culturally informed discussions and practices. We intend to empower participants to explore their own mental well-being within the context of their heritage.

The workshop entails three main components: trauma-sensitive yoga, a discussion about mental health with a certified professional, and a traditional Somali dance lesson, Buraanbur.