Saturday 14 November, 09:30

Feminist Anti-Racist Self-Defense Workshop

Workshop for racialized women* and gender minorities that combines practical self-defence techniques with critical reflection on racism and its role in violence. Participants learn prevention strategies, situational awareness, physical and verbal resistance tactics, and ways to reclaim confidence and agency through embodied practice. The programme addresses racist aggression specifically, integrating theoretical context and participants’ experiences to develop collective responses. The session is led by Wissem and Phi, who are racialized facilitators.

In French.

Chemin de la Gravière 10,
1227 Les Acacias
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