Welcome to Project HEAL, dedicated to supporting and empowering community leaders who do healing work in their communities. Our organization is open to individuals who are passionate about supporting the mental, emotional, and physical wellbeing of their communities, and who are actively engaged in promoting healing and positive change.
The Mission
Project Heal's mission is to develop and support leaders that impact the mental and emotional wellbeing of individuals in their community.
Group Overview
Project Heal is a cohort of mission-oriented leaders united in our passion to increase the internal wellbeing of historically underserved communities. Our programming brings emerging and trailblazing community healers together to further execute their mission through facilitated discussions, advisory sessions and networking opportunities. Through Project Heal, we seek to provide the resources necessary to help leaders transform the wellbeing of individuals within their communities.
Membership Overview
Impactful & Powerful
As a member of our organization, you will have access to a range of resources and support systems designed to help you grow and develop as a community leader. These resources include:
Community of Like-Minded Leaders
Our organization provides a welcoming community of people who share your passion for healing work. You'll have the opportunity to connect with other community leaders, share ideas and resources, and collaborate on projects that promote healing and wellbeing.
Leadership Development Opportunities
We offer a variety of workshops, trainings, and other learning opportunities designed to help you grow and develop as a community leader. These opportunities include leadership development, communication skills, trauma-informed care, and self-care techniques.
Online Resource Center
Our organization maintains a resource library filled with materials on various topics related to community healing and wellbeing. Members have access to books, articles, videos, and other materials that can help them stay informed and up-to-date on the latest research and best practices.
Grant Opportunities
Our organization periodically offers grant opportunities to members who are working on healing projects in their communities. These grants can help provide funding for new initiatives or expand existing programs.
Advocacy and Networking
Our organization is committed to advocating for policies and programs that promote healing and wellbeing in communities. We also provide networking opportunities for members to connect with other organizations and leaders in the healing community.
What To Expect In Our Small Group Sessions
Small & Intimate
Meetings are private groups of 10-20 people. They are first come first serve through website registration. *Open to members only.
Relevant Topics
The meetings cover important topics previously voted on by members. All topics are relevant to personal and leadership development.
Discussion Based
Discussions offer interactive conversations where
varying points of
view are encouraged.
Led by leaders
Each meeting is lead by an experienced discussion leader
for each topic.
Featured Leaders
We are proud to be represented by leaders who have transformed communities across the Chicagoland area.
Sheldon Smith
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Membership Benefits
Becoming a member of Project HEAL is a great way to connect with other community leaders, enhance your skills and knowledge, and access valuable resources to support your healing work. We welcome all individuals who share our mission and are committed to promoting healing and positive change in their communities.
Membership Benefits Include:
Meet The Project HEAL Team
Ed Johnson
Group Leader
Christina Doe
Membership Director
Ben Hansen
Program Director
Stephanie Perry
Communications Director
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