Opening Ceremony: Honoring Our Ancestral Seeds. A seed to plant for new generations. The intention of our current generation is to heal the seeds that run within us, because if our society of women heals itself, new generations will be able to germinate healthier. Presented by: Andrea Yoloteotl Chalchihuitl and a circle of women who represent the seeds sown through their work in our communities. Companion: We invite you to participate in this circle by bringing a candle, a glass of water, your favorite fruit, a small pot with soil, and a seed.

Ancestral Healing Practices Through Dance. Presented by: Carmen Reina Nelson and Michelle Gallardo Alzamora, “Ancestral Healing Dances of the African Diaspora.” Throughout the centuries, the indigenous cultures of the Americas have used dance as a form of healing. Dance is used in both collective and individual ceremonies. In this workshop, we will use dance movements based on two spiritual beliefs. Carmen Reina Nelson will share movements based on the African diaspora. Michelle Gallardo Alzamora will share movements based on dances from the Mayan culture. Using storytelling, the workshop will provide a brief historical overview of each culture. We will then use dance movements so that workshop participants can join us in creating rituals that honor nature, seeking to cultivate in our bodies a feeling of gratitude, relaxation, and harmony—the foundations of healing.

ArteSana: Germinating. Presented by: Ana Patricia López Moreno. This workshop will explore the experiences of the pandemic as a window of opportunity, so that, consciously, each of us, through self-knowledge, can transform these experiences into positive learning to "germinate" again, stronger, more positive, and healthier. MATERIALS FOR THE WORKSHOP: 30 x 30 cm cardboard (can be from a cereal or cookie box), sunflower or pumpkin seeds, coffee or bean seeds, hot or cold glue, 30 cm wooden stick, 1 meter of thin string or twine, scissors, flowerpot and soil (can be used).

A day dedicated to the 4th Women Promoters Meeting Presented by: The AMISTAD Center “Seedbed of Community Initiatives” A space to learn about programs and projects that promote access and equity in our communities. Moderator: Paulina Erices Participate in the meeting to find out “Who’s Who” in the community! Share the innovations and mission of your work. Come meet other women who are positively impacting their communities. Learn about more programs and the organizations that promote them. Be part of the Health Promotion Network.

"Son de Aguardiente" Concert. Formed in 2011, "Son de Aguardiente" emerged as a musical project encompassing various aspects of folk and traditional music. It showcases the members' passion for performing and promoting traditional son jarocho, a musical genre that has experienced a resurgence in recent years and has once again become popular with diverse audiences both within Mexico and abroad. In addition to son jarocho, "Son de Aguardiente" presents a folk program featuring songs from Bolivia, Peru, Venezuela, and other countries.