REBUILDING OUR COMMUNITY!
Our Mission
At The Healing Project, our mission is to amplify equitability and accessibilty to resources by providing sustainable resource navigation to low-income and unhoused communities. We believe that availability to essential resources such as mental health, housing, health care and food is a top priority. Having your basic needs met is the first step needed to promoting optimal well-being,
What we D0:
We offer a variety of opportunities ranging from broader community engagement to personalized reosurce assistance.
Programs
Services
By connecting individuals to essential services, we empower them to overcome barriers and achieve stability and self-sufficiency.
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Resource Navigation - Guiding low-income and unhoused indivduals and families through the process of accessing vital community resources. We assist with housing, healthcare, employment, and educational opportunities ensuring participants receive personalized support and guidance.
Community Wellness Events - At our holistic wellness events we offer yoga, meditation, family friendly crafts, and many more immersive activities centered around personal exploration and self-growth as well as women circles that advocate for strong sisterhood and support.
Food Assistance - We hope to support families in our community through food pantries and direct outreach distribution. We believe that everyone deserves access to a healthy, satisfying meal.
Our mission is to create leaders in our community by teaching individuals how to advocate, navigate, and organize within their community.
Workforce Development
The Healing Project partners with Dwyre Workforce Development to provide accessible education and job opportunities for low-income and unhoused community members. We offer a 6-12 week CNA/Med Aide program.
Community Advocacy
Nyeka Arnold, 6th generation Austinite mother, and student, has been at the forefront of many town halls, community-led protests, and public speaking ventures raising awareness on gentrification and displacement, police violence, and new policies or law that will affect disenfranchised communities
D'onta Price,
Board Member
Nyeka Arnold, Executive Director
6th generation Austinite mother and student, sparking change socially and systematically. Coordinates and leads all our efforts for connecting with the community.
Meet Our Team
Nikki Jones
Board Member
SHakita Hawthorne
Board Member
Zhane Brantley,
Board Member
Zhane is driven by a passion for serving and supporting individuals facing mental health challenge which includes coordinating community events, developing innovative programs, and building strong relationships.
There are many ways to get involved with The Healing Project. Community Members Can from volunteering and donating to attending our events and spreading the word. Join our community today to make a difference.
The Healing Project is vetted by the Austin municipal court to sign off on community service hours.
Contribute to the Cause
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Your donation will help us continue our mission and support our community. Every dollar counts and will make a difference in the lives of those we serve.
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Email: Contact@thehealingprojects.org
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