The Black Joy Retreat, is a fun and affirming atmosphere for people of the African diaspora.
At the Black Joy Retreat, we create a safe and empowering space for Black individuals to heal from the effects of racial trauma. Racial trauma can cause psychological and emotional harm due to experiences of discrimination, violence, and oppression. Our retreat is designed to help you find joy, resilience, and community.
What to Expect:
Healing in Nature: Immerse yourself in the healing power of nature. Outdoor recreation and natural surroundings provide therapeutic avenues to address racial trauma and violence.
Centered on Joy: The three-day weekend is all about joy! We equip you with tools to care for yourself as you progress professionally. Because joy is essential for growth.
Care Package & Commemorative T-Shirt: As a participant, you’ll receive a thoughtful care package and a special retreat t-shirt to commemorate your experience.
Join us at the Black Joy Retreat and let’s celebrate resilience, community, and the power of joy!
Presented by Race and Faith as a program of the Sankofa Project. This multi-day event crosses the outdoor recreational boundaries by inviting Black people to take up space in the “great outdoors.” Attendees of past Black Joy Retreats have found the opportunity to engage the outdoors in new ways with other Black people to be refreshing and liberating. The outdoor activities, combined with opportunities for relevant conversations, make this an energetic and unique 3-day weekend.
The Black Joy Retreat’s mission is to provide secure, enjoyable, and affirming getaways for Black individuals, as well as to foster a new generation of enthusiasts for the outdoors.
$2,200 per guest
Race and Faith presents The Black Joy Retreat. A safe, fun & affirming retreat. The Black Joy Retreat's mission is to provide secure, enjoyable, and affirming getaways for Black individuals, as well as to foster a new generation of enthusiasts for the outdoors.
Any person of African descent, ages birth to death. All Black people matter and need the space to enjoy each other and recreation
The accommodations vary from location to location as we aim to host retreats all over the USA and globally. Most accommodations are modern, with hotel like provisions. Upon registration, exact location is given.
Most of the retreats are held in WI as that is our home state. However, we host retreats across the USA and will soon be global.
No. 5 meals are provided within the experience. However, you are welcome to bring your favorite snacks.
At this time, we are not providing transportation. However, if transportation is needed please communicate with the organizers and they will do their best to assist you in getting to the location.
The all-inclusive price for the retreat varies but we work to keep it affordable as possible, especially when we offer family retreats. If your place of employment has a wellness or DEI program, consider asking them to sponsor your costs.
Race and Faith’s mission is to challenge racism and advance understanding to foster a more just world
