Radiant Voices | A Celebration of Empowerment with Love Your Magic
This past weekend, Love Your Magic, a renowned brand dedicated to uplifting and supporting the positive identity development of Black and Brown girls, hosted an empowering event that left attendees inspired and empowered. Since its inception in 2017, Love Your Magic has been at the forefront of fostering confidence, self-expression, and empowerment among young girls of color, encouraging them to use their voices in a world that often seeks to silence them.
The event, which took place over the weekend, served as a platform for Love Your Magic to continue its mission of empowerment and advocacy. Each girl was given a notebook and a pen, and encouraged to put the pen to the paper in a series of guided sessions geared to have them reflect on themselves and their peers around them. Through a series of workshops tailored to different age groups, attendees were immersed in activities focused on mindfulness, reflection, and the importance of friendship. These workshops not only provided valuable insights but also created a space for young girls to connect, learn, and grow together. This year, in a change of pace, Love Your Magic also hosted a workshop for moms. Typically, the moms drop their daughters off, but this year they were encouraged to stay and be a part of the immersion!
Hosted by a dynamic duo native to Boston, the event featured captivating musical performances by local artists that added a vibrant and engaging element to the overall experience. Additionally, a lineup of inspiring speakers took the stage, delivering powerful messages of encouragement and empowerment to all those in attendance.
As an observer at the event, I was deeply moved by the impact of Love Your Magic's mission on the girls present. The atmosphere was filled with positivity, support, and a sense of community that was truly heartwarming to witness. It was evident that Love Your Magic is more than just an organization; it is a movement that is actively working towards the liberation and empowerment of Black and Brown girls. Helping reshape narratives which in turn paves a way for our girls and their futures.
Overall, the Love Your Magic Empowerment Weekend was a testament to the transformative power of empowerment and community support. It celebrated the strength and resilience of young girls of color and reaffirmed the importance of providing them with the tools and resources to navigate and disrupt systems that do not cater to their needs. I felt privileged to have been part of such an inspiring event and am grateful for the opportunity to witness firsthand the impact of Love Your Magic on the lives of those it touches.
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The event was held at The Foundry in Cambridge MA.
