The Rise of She CIC have created a wonderful project thanks to the support of the National Lottery and the Arts council. For Women in the North East to tap into your creativity and learn new ways to express yourself.

You will learn about your inner seasons, (That being the changing seasons of nature, phases of the moon or you hormonal cynical cycle) and will be able to nurture this knowledge through expressive mediums using art, creativity and movement.

These tools will enable you to express and empower yourself and well as understand your inner seasons of your body and the transformation that you under go each and every cycle.

If you feel called to learn how to do this, then please read on…

How it Works

With open arms we warmly call-in the women of the North East—mothers, daughters, and sisters of all life stages—to come together and explore the wisdom of our inner seasons. Whether you’re a menstruator, peri-menopausal, menopausal, or a non-bleeder, this space is for you. Thanks to the incredible support and funding from the National Lottery and Arts Council, we will be meeting monthly from November to June for our seasonal workshops. Together, we’ll ignite our creativity, deepen our understanding of hormonal health and well-being, and learn new skills through Art & Movement. Join us at any time, whether you’re able to attend every session or just one—we would love to have you with us.

Welcome to this transformative project of exploring your inner seasons through art and movement! I am Dionne Moy a dedicated somatic movement facilitator, menstruation & menopause mentor, blood witch, senior yoga teacher, and Women's wellness therapist. I have trained with Red School as part of their leadership school and support woman through the teachings from Alexander Pope and Sjanie Hugo Wurlitzer. My mission revolves around guiding and supporting women through the various transitions in life, from the sacred journey of menarche to the profound transformations of menopause and beyond.

In a society that often leaves modern women feeling disconnected from their bodies, I am passionate about dismantling these societal norms. It is my belief that contemporary living has led us to work against our feminine cycles, resulting in discomfort and pain. For far too long, women have been shunned and unsupported, victims of a patriarchal establishment that has let them down.

"As a practitioner deeply committed to empowering women, I aim to be a beacon of support and guidance on your personal journey. I am here to help you rediscover your inner power, to facilitate a profound reconnection with yourself, and to aid in the healing and transformation of your relationship with your body.

I firmly believe that this is a time of epic spiritual empowerment—a moment to heal, to love, and to feel supported. Let me be your companion on this journey, as together we navigate the intricate landscapes of your inner seasons. Through art, movement, and a holistic approach to well-being, we will unlock the potential for profound transformation and self-love.

Painting & Mixed-Media: Workshop 1

A workshop designed to express our hormonal cycles & emotions, through the magic and vibrancy of paint. In some cases we may explore using our very own hormonal bleed to paint with.

During this half day workshop, join Founder Dionne Myers leads you on a journey through your inner seasons explore both the physical and emotional facets of this season, mirroring the natural cycles our bodies experience each month. Janet Jackson local artist will guide and lead you through an exploration of the seasons , through paint & mixed-media.

Painting & Mixed-Media: Workshop 1

A workshop designed to express our hormonal cycles & emotions, through the magic and vibrancy of paint. In some cases we may explore using our very own hormonal bleed to paint with.

During this half day workshop, join Founder Dionne Myers leads you on a journey through your inner seasons explore both the physical and emotional facets of this season, mirroring the natural cycles our bodies experience each month. Janet Jackson local artist will guide and lead you through an exploration of the seasons , through paint & mixed-media.

Janet Jackson, a retired teacher turned Certified Creatively Fit Coach, finds herself deeply engrossed in the world of artistry. Immersed in a variety of creative pursuits, Janet endeavors to explore the depths of artistic expression and provide solace from the daily grind.

Her repertoire spans across diverse mediums, with a particular affinity for mixed media art. Through intricate creations such as mandalas and affirmation pieces, Janet crafts immersive experiences where individuals can momentarily escape the burdens of everyday life and find solace in the creative process.

In addition to mixed media works, Janet channels her artistic energy into textile and knitted art. She finds joy in sculpting goddesses, weaving intricate wall hangings, and crafting dream catchers. Not content with conventional canvases, Janet also explores the world of decoupage, transforming ordinary boxes and empty food tins into objects of beauty and wonder.

Nature serves as a boundless wellspring of inspiration for Janet's creative endeavors. Utilising air dry clay, she sculpts intricate pieces that capture the essence of the natural world, infusing her art with a sense of organic beauty and tranquility.

For Janet, art is more than just a hobby—it's a means of self-expression and a gateway to serenity. Through her diverse array of artistic endeavours, she invites others to join her on a journey of exploration and creativity.

Meet Louise Underwood, an unstoppable force of creativity and empowerment!
With her magic touch and a needle and thread, Louise weaves together art and activism, igniting conversations and challenging societal norms.
Whether it's through vibrant tapestries, thought-provoking embroidery, or empowering textile installations, Louise uses her art to celebrate diversity, advocate for gender equality, and inspire change.
She believes that textiles have the power to tell stories, amplify marginalized voices, and create a more inclusive world.

"I am a Newcastle based textile and three-dimensional mixed media artist making unique pieces, working with traditional north east techniques such as hooky and proggy matting, as well as spinning, quilting, patchwork, embroidery, felting, batik along with upholstery and lino print.

A constant maker, I source materials from across the country. I am keen to react against mass production and uniformity.

I like to combine traditional textile techniques with a contemporary eye for illustration and storytelling."

Creative Writing Workshop 16th February 2025

We will be joined by the collaborative artist - Helen - who will beautifully guide you through through creative writing and expression. Helen will be offering a safe-space to delve into some of the journaling taking place throughout the programme, offering feedback and opportunities to look at the craft of your work. We will work as a group and alone to create pieces of reflective writing and what our seasons means to us.

Location: 13A Beach Road South Shields NE33 2QA

Cost: Free

Helen Aitchison is a published author and director of community interest company, Write on the Tyne. Founded in 2022, Write on the Tyne aims to make creative writing inclusive, accessible, and therapeutic through teaching, community projects, and collaboration. Write on the Tyne has a publishing arm of the business and works with charities and groups to share narratives of marginalised people through creating and publishing books.

With a background in social care, including senior management for a national charity, Helen uses her business and her own writing as a vehicle to raise awareness of social issues. Alongside writing and running Write on the Tyne, Helen volunteers with Omega, a charity focusing on ending loneliness, and is on the charity board of Age UK North Tyneside.

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At The Rise of SHE, we a committed to supporting women with the underlying challenges that we face in modern society and how we can overcome these challenges by cultivating (rather than hiding away) the qualities that lie at the heart of The Feminine Principle.

We would like to invite you to some new experiences, with like minded women. After-all it is each of our responsibilities to step out of the shame of mainstream ideals, to reclaim our birthright - feeling safe, free and alive in our bodies.

Do you feel as though your body is letting you down?
Have you had are is having heavy painful periods, fertility problems, miscarriage, hormonal imbalance?
Do you dread your period each month?
Are you struggling with Peri-menopause symptoms?
Do you feel as though stress and anxiety is becoming a regular occurrence?
Do you hold trauma in your body and womb e.g. –Pain, abortion, abuse, ancestral?
Do you feel the urge to join a community of like minded women?
Are you looking to learn new skills?
Are you looking to explore your more artistic, creative side?

Research

(Source Water aid May 2023- 2000 UK woman were asked about Menstruation in the workplace.)

Women menstruate at work. Period. However, a new WaterAid survey reveals that menstrual taboos still dominate the lives of working women across the UK:

A staggering 85% saying they experience stress or anxiety when managing their periods at work.

• Over 2 in 5 (43%) fear leakage through clothes, followed closely by painful periods (42%) and heavy bleeding (40%).

• Nearly 1 in 5 (17%) attribute it to not being able to take time off to deal with any menstrual problems.

• 1 in 10 (10%) cite unsupportive management as a contributing factor to their stress.

Despite being a normal and vital part of most women’s lives, nearly two thirds of respondents (63%) admitted to feeling embarrassed talking about their periods at work with nearly half – 48% - hiding their period products en route to the toilet at work, and 46% saying they have avoided light-coloured work outfits when on their period.

Almost a third (31%) of working women have had to use makeshift materials such as toilet paper or fabric to manage their periods at work.

Only 3% believe employers are doing enough to support people who menstruate to manage their periods at work

While 80% feel that they are held back to some extent by attitudes to periods in their workplace. From those surveyed, the top three actions employers felt their employer should take to help them manage their periods are:

- Free period products

- Flexible working

- Additional breaks

Female empowerment through art and movement

How it Works

Project Schedule

3rd Nov 2024 Sunday

10 AM till 4PM

Intro to the project and mixed media art

1st Dec 2024 Sunday

1.00 PM till 4.00PM

16th Jan - Thursday

8.30 PM till 9.30PM

ONLINE Inner seasons training

(this event will be recorded)

19th Jan &

26th Jan -Sundays

1.00 PM till 4.00PM

Somatics and art afternoon -

(After somatics bring what your working or start a new project.)

31st January Friday

6.30 PM till 9.30 PM

Esctatic Dance @ Carnival House, Southwick, Sunderland. SR5 2JD - (must register with @Riseofshe/ me before 15th January to secure your FREE place)

6th Feb -Thursday

8.30PM -9.30PM

ONLINE Inner seasons training (this event will be recorded)

16th Feb Sunday

1.00 PM till 4.00PM

Creative Writing workshop

2nd March

1.00 PM till 4.00PM

Somatics and art afternoon - (After somatics bring what your working or start a new project.)

8th March

1.00 PM till 3.00PM

Testimonial

"Thank you so much Dionne, for your wonderful workshop, it is everything I have asked for recently, wishing to connect deeper with my womb and health practices to honour the female body. Thank you so much I am so grateful that I have found you and can’t wait for the next one."

My Invitation To You, my love...

Do you feel disconnected from yourself and your body?

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Showcase your work in a public exhibition!

Are you ready?

This Workshop is FREE for those who wish to explore their

feminine side through art & movement.

Public Exhibition...

'Inner Seasons through

Art and Movement'

Our Commitment to You

Your Commitment to Us

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Are you ready?

This Workshop is FREE for those who wish to explore their

feminine side through art & movement.

The Rise of SHE is a place of connection, wisdom, transformation and respect.