CHOP It Up Schedule
Sleep Justice & Rest as Resistance
May 18th @ 5:00pm PST (Virtual)
This first event we will be discussing Sleep, both as a resistor to the capitalist society that induces burnout and promotes a toxic hustle culture, as well as, the extreme importance of Sleep on health as a whole.
Our Silent Killer: Hypertension
June 22nd @ 5:00pm PST (Virtual)
Diabetes and hypertension are chronic illnesses that can cause staggering impacts on quality of life as we age. In this event we will be exploring how these insidious issues affect our communities disproportionally.
Harm Reduction: Myths + Facts
July 27th @5:00pm PST (Virtual)
Harm reduction encompasses a range of range of public health policies designed to lessen the negative social and/or physical consequences associated with human behaviors, like drug use and sex. Join us as we discuss the implications and benefits of this alternative approach to tackling the risks of substance use.
Black and Unhoused in Los Angeles
August 31st @5:00pm PST (Virtual)
In this event we will be diving into the complex socio, political, and economic factors that lead to homelessness. These populations suffer from a wide range of health issues that are exacerbated by housing insecurity.
Art as a Medium for Healing
September 28th @5:00pm PST (Virtual)
Art therapy is not simply a spiritual process. It is a form of expressive therapy that uses the creative process of making art to improve a person's physical, mental, and emotional well-being. Thus providing a unique way to exercise both mind and body for the purpose of healing.
Aging While Black
October 26th @5:00pm PST (Virtual)
Aging is a fact of life that we have no control over, but understanding the complications and risks that come with it are important for leading a healthier life as we grow older. Join us as we discuss common health issues and strategies to combat them into older age.