Massachusetts Communities Action Network

The key challenge we face is securing funding for healing work, which remains under-supported despite growing interest. Community organizing is intense and emotionally demanding, and we often neglect self-care due to long hours and overwhelming urgency. To address this, we want to integrate healing practices more intentionally, starting with inviting healers into our trainings, such as our School of Liberation. Participants have expressed deep appreciation for these healing spaces, which support their emotional resilience. With this grant, we aim to expand healing sessions to more of our trainings and retreats, embedding restorative practices into our culture and strengthening our capacity to continue the vital work of justice.