The Audacious Art of Advocacy Self-Care

Real self-care. Real support. Real relief.

154 advocates told us what they need most right now — not more training to pass on to clients, but self-care and sustainability tools for themselves. This series is our response.

Every first Thursday of the month, Shawndell Dawson hosts a free 45-minute live session designed specifically for advocates, survivor-leaders, and violence prevention professionals. Each session includes a science-backed perspective, Shawndell's three personal favorites for the month's theme, and a free downloadable tool you can use right away. Recordings stay accessible permanently — watch live or catch the replay on your schedule.

2026 Session Calendar

All sessions are free. Register for each session using the link below. Once registered, you will receive a confirmation email with your Zoom link and a reminder before the session.

Date	Session Topic	Register
May 1, 2026 12:00 PM ET	The Art of Staying Wholly You in the Face of Chaos Caring for yourself feels audacious right now — and it is. When everything around you is in upheaval, staying grounded in who you are is one of the bravest things you can do.	Register for May 1
June 4, 2026 12:00 PM ET	The Art of Giving Yourself Grace You give grace to survivors, families, and communities every single day. What would it feel like to give some to yourself?	Register for June 4
July 9, 2026 12:00 PM ET	The Art of Making Your Own Meditation for the Moments You Need It Meditation isn't something you consume — it's something you can create. Nobody knows your triggers, your rhythms, and your reset points better than you do.	Register for July 9
August 6, 2026 12:00 PM ET	The Art of Picking Meaningful Supports for Yourself Not all support has the same impact — and what restores you is deeply personal. This session is about identifying exactly what kind of help you want and need, and asking for it without guilt.	Register for Aug 6
September 10, 2026 12:00 PM ET	The Art of Boosting Yourself Up with Expert Help Hiring help isn't a luxury — for advocates, it's a sustainability strategy. We'll talk practically about how to find, afford, and make the most of expert support so you can show up fully for the work you love.	Register for Sept 10

About Your Host

Shawndell Dawson is the Founder & CEO of Dawson Visionary Enterprises, LLC and the Advocates Paying Advocates Marketplace — the first survivor-centered digital marketplace where advocates and survivor-leaders earn supplemental income from the expertise they already have. With 28 years in the violence prevention movement and a Federal SES background overseeing more than a billion dollars in victim services investments, Shawndell brings both movement depth and practical expertise to every session.