Collective Care Circle for Iran – حلقه‌ی مراقبت و همدلی

We live in an extremely challenging time marked by violence, genocides, and atrocities across the world. While we stand in solidarity with all oppressed people, and acknowledge that our liberation is interconnected, this circle is dedicated to holding space for the urgent and current struggles happening specifically in and related to the geopolitics of Iran.  

 
In this climate, many of our emotions are held and processed in isolation. Feelings of anger, despair, grief, worry, numbness, and dissociation are among common responses to ongoing violence and uncertainty intensified by internet and communication blackouts that have disrupted our connection to our loved ones back home. 

 
During the gathering, participants will be invited to slow down and come together in a facilitated circle. Through gentle somatic practices, breathing exercises, and moments of reflection, we will create space to acknowledge what is present within and around us. There will be opportunities to share feelings, to sit with grief, and to be witnessed. This circle prioritizes care, consent, and mutual respect. Everyone can engage at their own pace, and all emotions will be welcomed. 

 
When we sit with our anger and grief, we expand our capacity to be more intentional and with ourselves, our loved ones, our communities, and our movements. Witnessing one another can help us regain clarity, resilience, and the ability to envision next steps. 

This event will be held in Farsi, it is for people with a connection to what is happening in Iran.

This event text was authored by Sadaf Javdani.