PELOTON, SPELMAN COLLEGE, AND THE STEVE FUND JOIN FORCES TO HOST "RESTORATIVE REFLECTIONS": A DAY OF HEALING, EMPOWERMENT, AND MINDFULNESS FOR THE SPELMAN COMMUNITY
Peloton, Spelman College, and The Steve Fund are joining forces to host 'Restorative Reflections,' a transformative wellness event scheduled for March 5, 2025, in Atlanta. The day-long program, running from 9:30 AM to 4:30 PM, is designed to promote emotional wellness and resilience among women of color in the Spelman community.
The event features notable speakers including Peloton Instructor Dr. Chelsea Jackson Roberts, a Spelman alumna, who will lead meditation and stress-management sessions. A panel discussion on emotional resilience will be moderated by Frances Cloud, featuring Shona Pinnock, Peloton's VP of DEI, and Dr. Rae Lundy from The Steve Fund.
The program includes:
- Mindfulness & Movement sessions
- Panel discussions on emotional resilience
- Empowerment workshops led by Steve Fund mental health experts
This initiative aims to address the unique challenges faced by women of color while providing tools for emotional wellness, stress management, and personal growth.
Peloton, Spelman College e The Steve Fund uniscono le forze per ospitare 'Restorative Reflections', un evento di benessere trasformativo programmato per il 5 marzo 2025, ad Atlanta. Il programma della giornata, che si svolgerà dalle 9:30 alle 16:30, è progettato per promuovere il benessere emotivo e la resilienza tra le donne di colore nella comunità di Spelman.
L'evento presenta relatori di spicco, tra cui l'istruttrice di Peloton Dr. Chelsea Jackson Roberts, un'alumna di Spelman, che guiderà sessioni di meditazione e gestione dello stress. Una tavola rotonda sulla resilienza emotiva sarà moderata da Frances Cloud, con la partecipazione di Shona Pinnock, VP di DEI di Peloton, e della Dr.ssa Rae Lundy del The Steve Fund.
Il programma include:
- Sessioni di Mindfulness e Movimento
- Tavole rotonde sulla resilienza emotiva
- Workshop di empowerment guidati da esperti di salute mentale del Steve Fund
Questa iniziativa mira ad affrontare le sfide uniche affrontate dalle donne di colore, fornendo strumenti per il benessere emotivo, la gestione dello stress e la crescita personale.
Peloton, Spelman College y The Steve Fund se unen para organizar 'Restorative Reflections', un evento de bienestar transformador programado para el 5 de marzo de 2025, en Atlanta. El programa de un día, que se llevará a cabo de 9:30 AM a 4:30 PM, está diseñado para promover el bienestar emocional y la resiliencia entre las mujeres de color en la comunidad de Spelman.
El evento contará con oradores destacados, incluyendo a la instructora de Peloton Dr. Chelsea Jackson Roberts, una exalumna de Spelman, quien liderará sesiones de meditación y manejo del estrés. Una discusión en panel sobre la resiliencia emocional será moderada por Frances Cloud, con la participación de Shona Pinnock, VP de DEI de Peloton, y la Dra. Rae Lundy de The Steve Fund.
El programa incluye:
- Sesiones de Mindfulness y Movimiento
- Discusiones en panel sobre resiliencia emocional
- Talleres de empoderamiento dirigidos por expertos en salud mental de Steve Fund
Esta iniciativa tiene como objetivo abordar los desafíos únicos que enfrentan las mujeres de color, proporcionando herramientas para el bienestar emocional, la gestión del estrés y el crecimiento personal.
Peloton, 스펠먼 대학, 그리고 더 스티브 펀드가 힘을 합쳐 '회복적 반성'이라는 변화를 주는 웰니스 이벤트를 2025년 3월 5일 애틀랜타에서 개최합니다. 오전 9시 30분부터 오후 4시 30분까지 진행되는 하루 프로그램은 스펠먼 커뮤니티 내 유색인종 여성들의 정서적 웰빙과 회복력을 증진하기 위해 설계되었습니다.
이 행사에는 Peloton 강사 Dr. Chelsea Jackson Roberts, 스펠먼 졸업생이 명망 있는 연사로 참여하여 명상 및 스트레스 관리 세션을 이끌 예정입니다. 정서적 회복력에 대한 패널 토론은 Frances Cloud가 진행하며, Peloton의 DEI 부사장 Shona Pinnock과 The Steve Fund의 Dr. Rae Lundy가 참여합니다.
프로그램에는 다음이 포함됩니다:
- 마음챙김 및 운동 세션
- 정서적 회복력에 대한 패널 토론
- Steve Fund 정신 건강 전문가가 이끄는 권한 부여 워크숍
이 이니셔티브는 유색인종 여성들이 직면하는 독특한 도전에 대응하고, 정서적 웰빙, 스트레스 관리 및 개인 성장에 필요한 도구를 제공하는 것을 목표로 합니다.
Peloton, Spelman College et The Steve Fund unissent leurs forces pour organiser 'Restorative Reflections', un événement de bien-être transformateur prévu pour le 5 mars 2025 à Atlanta. Le programme d'une journée, qui se déroulera de 9h30 à 16h30, est conçu pour promouvoir le bien-être émotionnel et la résilience parmi les femmes de couleur de la communauté Spelman.
L'événement met en vedette des intervenants notables, dont la formatrice de Peloton Dr. Chelsea Jackson Roberts, une ancienne élève de Spelman, qui animera des séances de méditation et de gestion du stress. Une table ronde sur la résilience émotionnelle sera modérée par Frances Cloud, avec la participation de Shona Pinnock, VP DEI de Peloton, et de la Dr. Rae Lundy du Steve Fund.
Le programme comprend:
- Séances de pleine conscience et de mouvement
- Discussions en panel sur la résilience émotionnelle
- Ateliers d'autonomisation animés par des experts en santé mentale du Steve Fund
Cette initiative vise à aborder les défis uniques auxquels sont confrontées les femmes de couleur tout en fournissant des outils pour le bien-être émotionnel, la gestion du stress et la croissance personnelle.
Peloton, Spelman College und The Steve Fund bündeln ihre Kräfte, um 'Restorative Reflections' auszurichten, eine transformative Wellness-Veranstaltung, die für den 5. März 2025 in Atlanta geplant ist. Das ganztägige Programm, das von 9:30 bis 16:30 Uhr läuft, soll das emotionale Wohlbefinden und die Resilienz von Frauen of Color in der Spelman-Gemeinschaft fördern.
Zu den prominenten Rednern gehört Peloton-Trainerin Dr. Chelsea Jackson Roberts, eine Spelman-Alumna, die Meditations- und Stressbewältigungssitzungen leiten wird. Eine Podiumsdiskussion zur emotionalen Resilienz wird von Frances Cloud moderiert, mit Shona Pinnock, VP für DEI bei Peloton, und Dr. Rae Lundy von The Steve Fund.
Das Programm umfasst:
- Achtsamkeits- und Bewegungs-Sitzungen
- Podiumsdiskussionen zur emotionalen Resilienz
- Befähigungs-Workshops, die von Experten für psychische Gesundheit des Steve Fund geleitet werden
Diese Initiative zielt darauf ab, die einzigartigen Herausforderungen, denen Frauen of Color gegenüberstehen, anzugehen und Werkzeuge für emotionales Wohlbefinden, Stressmanagement und persönliches Wachstum bereitzustellen.
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Celebrating Women's History Month with a Transformative Event Focused on Emotional Wellness and Resilience
This isn't just another event—it's a movement. Tailored specifically for the women of Spelman College, a global leader in the education of women of African descent, Restorative Reflections will offer students, faculty, and staff the tools to support them in thriving in a world that often demands too much. Through interactive workshops, thought-provoking discussions, and immersive mindfulness experiences, attendees will explore what it means to cultivate compassion, resilience, and emotional wellness in their personal, academic, and professional lives.
"The Steve Fund is thrilled to collaborate with Spelman College and Peloton to bring this vision to life," said Theron McInnis of the Steve Fund. "This event is more than just a day of programming—it's a commitment to creating a future where young people of color can flourish emotionally, academically, and professionally. Peloton's dedication to wellness and community engagement has been invaluable in making this possible."
What to Expect: A Day of Transformation
The event will feature an inspiring lineup of activities and speakers designed to ignite change and foster healing:
- Mindfulness & Movement with Peloton: Kick off the day with renowned Peloton Instructor and Spelman alumna, Dr. Chelsea Jackson Roberts, who will guide participants through meditation and stress-management techniques. This session will help attendees center themselves, embrace stillness, and tap into their inner strength.
- Real Talk: A Panel on Emotional Resilience: Moderated by Frances Cloud, Director Counseling Center at Spelman, this candid discussion will feature Dr. Chelsea Jackson Roberts and Shona Pinnock, Peloton's Vice President of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, a. They'll dive deep into the challenges women of color face in balancing multiple roles, the importance of self-care, and how to build emotional resilience in the face of adversity. Also joining the panel is Dr. Rae Lundy, a Steve Fund mental health expert and the Director of Counseling Services at Georgia State.
- Empowerment Workshops with the Steve Fund: Led by the Steve Fund mental health experts Dr. Janice Beal and Dr. Rae Lundy, these sessions will tackle critical topics like peer support, breaking the stigma around mental health, and practical strategies for building resilience. These workshops are designed to equip attendees with actionable tools to navigate the unique pressures women of color often face.
"At Spelman College, we are committed to nurturing the holistic well-being of our students, faculty, and staff, ensuring they have the tools to thrive emotionally, academically, and professionally," said Rosalind "Roz" Brewer, Interim President of Spelman College. "We are proud to partner with Peloton and the Steve Fund to create an event that celebrates the resilience and strength of women of color. Together, we are building a future where emotional wellness is prioritized, and our community is empowered to lead with confidence and compassion."
Why This Matters
Women of color are often expected to be everything to everyone—students, professionals, caregivers, and community leaders—while facing systemic barriers to mental health support. Restorative Reflections is a bold step toward changing that narrative. By creating a safe space for healing and growth, this event aims to empower the Spelman community to prioritize their emotional well-being and thrive in every aspect of their lives.
"I founded my yoga camp for young girls on Spelman's campus in the hopes of giving the community more access and I'm thrilled to be able to return for this transformative event focused on emotional wellbeing," said Dr. Chelsea Jackson Roberts, Peloton Instructor. "Yoga and meditation are beautiful practices that support people as they seek to open their hearts and minds, while building strength and confidence."
A Commitment to Health Equity
Restorative Reflections is a cornerstone of Spelman College's ongoing mission to promote health equity and emotional well-being. By equipping students with the tools to manage stress, build resilience, and prioritize self-care, the event underscores Spelman's dedication to nurturing confident, empowered leaders who are ready to take on the world.
About The Steve Fund
The Steve Fund is a leading nonprofit organization focused on transforming educational, organizational, and workplace environments to support the mental health and emotional well-being of young people of color. Building knowledge and capacity among organizations serving young people is critical to the Steve Fund's Mission. The Steve Fund offers various solutions to assist colleges, universities, nonprofits, and workplaces enhance their capacity to promote mental health and emotional well-being among young people of color.
About Spelman College
Founded in 1881, Spelman College is a leading liberal arts college widely recognized as the global leader in the education of women of African descent. Located in
Outstanding alumnae include Children's Defense Fund founder Marian Wright Edelman, former Walgreens Boots Alliance CEO Rosalind Brewer, political leader Stacey Abrams, Federal Reserve Governor Lisa D. Cook, former Acting Surgeon General and Spelman's first alumna president Audrey Forbes Manley, Harvard University professor and former Dean Evelynn Hammonds, actress and producer LaTanya Richardson Jackson, global bioinformatics geneticist Janina Jeff and authors Pearl Cleage and Tayari Jones.
To learn more, please visit spelman.edu and @spelmancollege on social media.
About Peloton
Peloton (NASDAQ: PTON) provides Members with expert instruction and world class content to create impactful and entertaining workout experiences for anyone, anywhere and at any stage in their fitness journey. At home, outdoors, traveling, or at the gym, Peloton brings together innovative hardware, distinctive software, and exclusive content. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in
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