BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//wp-events-plugin.com//7.2.3.1//EN TZID:America/New_York X-WR-TIMEZONE:America/New_York BEGIN:VEVENT UID:600@breatheatlanta.us DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241101T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241101T150000 DTSTAMP:20241010T165942Z URL:https://breatheatlanta.us/events/we-are-ills-wellness-weekend-2024/ SUMMARY:We Are ILL's Wellness Week(end) 2024 DESCRIPTION:We Are ILL’s Wellness Week(end) is the leading event designed specifically for Black women living with multiple sclerosis (MS). This pr emier gathering offers a safe\, supportive\, and inclusive space where hea lth\, wellness\, education\, and community-building are at the forefront. The event isn’t just for women with MS—it also welcomes spouses\, care givers\, support partners\, friends\, and family members\, creating a comp rehensive network of care and understanding for all who are affected by MS .\n\nThis signature event aims to foster positive lifestyle changes by pro viding a variety of resources\, tools\, and activities that encourage pers onal growth. Participants will find opportunities to connect\, share exper iences\, and form lasting bonds with others from around the world who are navigating life with MS. The Wellness Week(end) emphasizes the importance of holistic well-being by encouraging attendees to cultivate emotional\, i ntellectual\, social\, spiritual\, and physical habits that enhance their quality of life within the MS community.\n\nLiving with MS poses unique ch allenges\, and for Black women\, those challenges can often be more comple x. That’s why Wellness Week(end) has been curated with these specific ex periences in mind. It's a place for attendees to rest\, recharge\, and ren ew their sense of purpose—all while surrounded by a supportive community . Bring your support system\, whether that’s a spouse\, partner\, caregi ver\, family\, or friends\, and join us for an unforgettable experience.\n \n\n\nTheme for 2024: "Take Up Space"\n\nThe theme for this year’s Welln ess Week(end) is "Take Up Space"—a powerful call to action that encourag es participants to step into their power\, own their presence\, and unapol ogetically fill every space they occupy with authenticity and strength. It 's about embracing the idea that Black women with MS should not merely exi st but thrive in all areas of their lives\, especially regarding their hea lth and wellness.\n\n"Take Up Space" reflects a bold continuation of We Ar e ILL’s word of the year\, "Activate." In this season\, it's all about m oving from passive to active engagement in our lives. We are activating ou r voices\, our choices\, and our power in managing our wellness and health care. No longer will we sit back and let life happen to us. Instead\, we a re becoming proactive participants in our health journeys—making decisio ns that reflect our needs and desires. This theme empowers every attendee to "Take Up Space" in their wellness\, in their healthcare decisions\, and in every facet of life.\n\n\n\nKey Highlights:\n\n Safe and Welcoming En vironment: A space where Black women with MS and their loved ones feel und erstood\, supported\, and seen.\n Holistic Wellness Focus: From physical health to emotional and spiritual well-being\, the event promotes a compre hensive approach to living well with MS.\n Community Building: Attendees can forge strong connections with others who share their experiences\, fos tering a global sisterhood within the MS community.\n Caregiver and Famil y Support: Recognizing the vital role of support networks\, the event also caters to caregivers\, partners\, and family members\, ensuring they feel included and empowered.\n Empowerment and Activation: This year’s them e inspires participants to be active agents in their health and wellness\, embracing their power to influence change in their lives.\n\n\n\n\nWhy At tend:\n\n Connect with Others: Wellness Week(end) brings together Black w omen from across the globe who understand the unique challenges of living with MS. It’s a place to connect\, share stories\, and build lasting fri endships.\n Educational Resources: The event offers workshops\, panels\, and sessions led by health professionals and experts in the MS field\, pro viding participants with the latest information on managing MS and improvi ng quality of life.\n Rest and Recharge: Wellness Week(end) is a space fo r relaxation and renewal\, offering activities and programs that help part icipants de-stress and focus on self-care.\n Take Control of Your Health: The theme "Take Up Space" encourages attendees to be proactive in their h ealthcare decisions\, empowering them to speak up\, make informed choices\ , and take control of their wellness journey.\n\n\n\n\nAdditional Informat ion:\n\n Merchandise: Don’t forget to check out exclusive merchandise d esigned specifically for Wellness Week(end) attendees! Visit wearewellness weekend.com for more details.\n Important Note: Please confirm your avail ability before purchasing tickets\, as all sales are final and refunds are not available. We appreciate your understanding.\n\nJoin us for an empowe ring and transformative experience\, designed to celebrate the resilience and strength of Black women living with MS. Whether you are an individual with MS or part of their support system\, We Are ILL’s Wellness Week(end ) 2024 is the perfect space to find community\, recharge\, and step into y our power. We can’t wait to welcome you!\nGET TICKETS ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://breatheatlanta.us/wp-content/uploads/202 4/10/We-Are.jpeg CATEGORIES:Wellness Events LOCATION:Renaissance Atlanta Midtown Hotel\, 866 West Peachtree Street Nort hwest Atlanta\, Northwest Atlanta\, California\, 30308\, CA\, United State s X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=866 West Peachtree Street N orthwest Atlanta\, Northwest Atlanta\, California\, 30308\, CA\, United St ates;X-APPLE-RADIUS=100;X-TITLE=Renaissance Atlanta Midtown Hotel:geo:0,0 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York X-LIC-LOCATION:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT DTSTART:20240310T030000 TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT END:DAYLIGHT END:VTIMEZONE END:VCALENDAR