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6 month certificate program | hybrid in person & online may 31st-october 12th
unbodying supremacy,
weaving connection certificate
What if healing isn’t just about learning new concepts
but unlearning deeply conditioned ways of being?
program at a glance
unbodying supremacy, weaving connection: a six-month embodied journey
this six-month program is designed for white folks with european-american ancestry ready to unlearn and heal from the impacts of supremacy culture. led by amber arnold, em megas-russell, and lis newell, this transformative journey integrates somatic practices, ritual, and community care to release conditioned patterns of white supremacy, patriarchy, and other systems of oppression. through immersive weekends, virtual sessions, and peer support, you’ll gain embodied skills to navigate conflict, set boundaries, reclaim pleasure, and build self-trust. this program will help you create lasting transformation in how you relate to power, race, and identity, fostering deeper connection to yourself and your community.
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Amber Arnold is a Black multiracial Black Womanist somatic and embodiment coach, ritualist, herbalist, sound healer, and artist. she is the founder of queen of belonging, a sacred space for reclaiming queen b energy, and the co-founder of susu community farm, a 37-acre afroindigenous farm located on unceded wabanaki lands. amber guides individuals back to their bodies through embodied questions, not answers, using ritual, vibration, movement, and flow to spark curiosity, play, and exploration. she helps people navigate what it means to find safety, dignity, and belonging in their bodies and communities, especially in these transformative times.
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lis j. newell is a somatic trauma therapist and bodywork practitioner with over 25 years of experience helping individuals heal, transform, and grow through the overwhelming experiences they’ve endured. Specializing in trauma transformation (especially traumas stemming from misygyny/rape culture), group healing, and unbinding from the impacts of systemic oppression, lis uses a body-based, energetic, and neurobiological approach, along with meaningful rituals and herbalism, to help clients and group participants learn to trust and reclaim the inherent wisdom of their bodies. with a deep commitment to care and community, particularly the liberation of BIPOC and LGBTQ+ community, they create a space for anything and everything that is present within someone’s process to be respected. lis’ work is rooted in the belief that if we can heal together we can create futures void of supremacy and capitalism conditioning… futures of interdependence, joy, and freedom. more about lis here
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Em is a somatic psychotherapist, ritualist, and community weaver who is deeply committed to supporting individuals in unbinding from internalized oppression and the impacts of societal, ancestral, and personal trauma. With a focus on cultivating safety, trust, and aliveness, Em works to help clients access deeper intuition, pleasure, and connection in their lives and relationships. Guided by a vision of collective liberation, Em creates generative spaces for healing and belonging, integrating somatics, mindfulness, and social justice practices. Em is also passionate about creating inclusive, affirming spaces for people of all identities, and works with individuals of diverse backgrounds and experiences to foster liberation and transformation.
what if you could navigate the complexities of grief, rage, and the conditioning of whiteness without shutting down and turning away?
you care deeply about humanity, justice, and connection—but the weight of the world feels overwhelming. you want to show up fully in your work and relationships, but grief, rage, shame, and exhaustion keep getting in the way. You’re seeking a space to process, build resilience, and find an embodied path forward—but you don’t know where to turn.
if this resonates, you’re not alone. in unbodying supremacy, weaving connection, we offer a space for deep healing, skill-building, and community rooted in somatics, liberation, and belonging.
what past participants have to say
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"extremely unique program. seriously I feel more transformed from this program than over 10 years of talk therapy.”
-malka
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“I feel like I have so much more awareness of the fish bowl. I am still swimming in these waters of racialized capitalism and supremacy conditioning, but there is a greater sense of space, the beginnings of the possibility of making a different choice, including choosing to be slow and gentle and forgiving. Dive full in. You are needed here. We are all needed. Get ready to feel more and have more access to the fullness of your being. What a gift and generous offering. Let the land hold you and call you back home. You are not alone. We are not meant to do this alone.”
- kai
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“What was most meaningful about my experience is doing this work in community with others! Allowing myself to be witnessed and held with others, while witnessing not being alone in the struggles that are clearly common with the human experience. Also being connected to the land at SUSU and being supported by the earth and all of the different elements. And last but absolutely not least the rituals were very powerful! I felt honored to be led in these rituals by the facilitators and to do them with the group together. One of my main takeaways from this group is that I need and want more group rituals in my life moving forward. In my life I have noticed being more compassionate and open with myself. Also honoring that this is another step on my journey and not the end, and but that more seeds have been planted and nourished through out this program. This group has highly impacted my life in ways that I know of, but also in ways that I haven't been aware of yet. I have noticed how I approach my work with my therapy clients has shifted, and the musing have entered into my work.”
-kristi
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“I'm more in touch with my anger, and yet also feeling more compassionate towards those that I can identify supremacy patterns in; I'm able to identify the patterns and my participation in them, and able to pause and break the pattern with compassion and mindfulness. Each session gave me more context for my experience out in the world, and gave me powerful tools and paradigms for being with and transmuting challenging experiences into generative relating. This is the work we need to be doing in order to collectively move towards liberation, healing, and community connection.”
-Addison
this is for you if…
you feel the weight of oppression and long to engage in movement work but often feel overwhelmed or frozen.
you want to understand how your trauma history impacts your work, relationships, and presence in the world.
you experience oppression but also acknowledge your privilege and want space to unpack these complexities.
you struggle with conflict—shutting down, feeling flooded, or unsure how to build trust across differences.
you long to reclaim earth-based practices but aren’t sure how to do so with integrity.
you want to experience more joy and pleasure but often feel disconnected or overwhelmed.
you work with marginalized communities and want to align your values with your actions under pressure.
you’ve taken anti-oppression trainings but struggle to apply them in real life.
you feel everything deeply.
you’ve always been sensitive to the world around you—its beauty, its injustice, its weight. you care deeply about liberation, justice, and healing, but your emotions—grief, rage, shame, overwhelm—often feel like barriers instead of fuel. you want to show up fully, but something holds you back.
maybe you freeze in difficult conversations, your voice stuck. maybe burnout and withdrawal leave you unsure how to engage without losing yourself. maybe guilt about your lineage or privilege paralyzes you, unsure of how to act. maybe you long for connection but feel isolated, unsure if true belonging exists for you.
you are not alone.
we’ve been there before, and it’s exactly why we created this program. many of us struggle to bridge the gap between our values and our embodied experience. we take trainings, read books, attend workshops—yet, when the moment comes, when tension rises, our nervous systems take over. we freeze, we fawn, we fight, we flee. Our knowledge and good intentions disappear under pressure.
what if there was another way?
the unbodying method
through years of deep work in somatics, liberation, and community healing, we developed the UNBODYING method—a practice that unbinds us from supremacy-based conditioning and reconnects us to our innate wisdom, resilience, and capacity for connection.
UNBODYING is both disruptive and restorative—a process of unraveling the tensions, protections, and patterns that supremacy culture has forced onto our bodies. it’s about reclaiming presence, connection, and sovereignty so we can face personal and collective struggles with more power, integrity, and resilience.
how the UNBODYING method works:
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we skillfully support you to uproot deeply conditioned patterns with embodied awareness, nervous system healing, and relational transformation.
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we help you reconnect with your body to restore safety, self-trust, and agency.
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we help you navigate power, conflict, and relational dynamics with integrity.
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you reclaim your intuition, boundaries, and alignment with your values.
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we teach you how to foster authentic connection, accountability, and interdependence.
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we provide concrete strategies for nervous system regulation and relational repair.
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we help you make deep, sustainable shifts in how you move, feel, and relate.
This isn’t another anti-racism training that stays in your head. This is an embodied process that reshapes your experience in real-time.
Are you ready to step into a new way of being… one rooted in presence, connection, and liberation?
unbodying supremacy, weaving connection: a six-month journey
are you ready to unbind your body and mind from the conditioning of supremacy culture and reclaim a deeper sense of connection, authenticity, and belonging?
join amber arnold, em megas-russell, and lis newell for a transformative six-month journey of unlearning, healing, and embodied liberation. through community care, ritual, and somatic practices, we will engage in the deep work of releasing conditioned patterns of white supremacy, patriarchy, capitalism, and other systems of oppression that have shaped our identities, relationships, and ways of being. this journey will empower you to build embodied skills to navigate conflict, set boundaries, and engage in values-aligned conversations; reclaim pleasure, joy, and sensuality as tools for liberation; cultivate self-trust and confidence in navigating social dynamics and power structures; and integrate somatic anti-oppression work into personal and professional spaces, strengthening your sense of belonging within a supportive community.
this program is for you if you want to:
recognize how supremacy culture lives in your body and relationships.
build somatic skills for navigating conflict and setting boundaries.
reclaim pleasure, joy, and sensuality as acts of liberation.
cultivate self-trust and confidence in complex social dynamics.
integrate anti-oppression work into personal and professional spaces.
over six months, you’ll engage in 6 immersive in-person weekends, 6 virtual sessions, and curated accountability partnerships, supported by a rich online learning hub.
what’s possible in six months?
✨ Feel more grounded and embodied in conversations around power, race, and identity.
✨ Navigate conflict and accountability without spiraling into shame.
✨ Sustain anti-oppression work without feeling overwhelmed.
✨ Build deeper, more authentic relationships with self and community.
this is your opportunity to break free from the constraints of supremacy culture, reclaim your body’s wisdom, and step into embodied liberation.
ready to unbody supremacy and weave connection?
the curriculum
this six-month embodied journey is offered in two levels, with each level paid for separately. participants must complete level 1 (modules 1-3) before progressing to level 2 (modules 4-6). the program integrates land-based teachings, somatic practices, community care, and ritual to guide participants through the unlearning of supremacy culture.
level 1: unlearning the impacts of supremacy culture
modules 1-3
(prerequisite for level 2)
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intention: to explore the ways supremacy culture has, often unconsciously, shaped identities, behaviors, and relationships, and uncover how supremacy conditioning impacts self-trust and erodes community connections.
fosters deep self-awareness around cultural and social conditioning, particularly in relation to whiteness and privilege but also within the context of personal identities and trauma histories as they relate.
supports participants in recognizing internalized patterns that may hinder self-trust, connection, and authenticity.
creates space for reflection and self-inquiry, allowing participants to begin unlearning and shifting ingrained beliefs.
harvest: Increased self-awareness and clarity about the impacts of supremacy culture on personal and collective identities while being witnessed and supported by the group.
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intention: To break free from the shame and anxiety perpetuated by capitalism and supremacy culture, allowing space for rest and authenticity.
dives into how capitalism fuels anxiety and links self-worth to productivity.
addresses how shame, tied to the structures of supremacy culture, stifles personal growth and authentic self-expression.
supports participants in shedding the belief that their value is determined by external achievements, helping them rediscover their intrinsic worth.
introduces practices that promote nervous system regulation and emotional grounding, fostering a deeper sense of self-worth and enoughness.
harvest: deeper awareness of the impact of capitalism on our bodies, and a stronger sense of self-worth and emotional grounding while being witnessed and supported by the group.
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intention: To build clear boundaries, engage in generative conflict, and create relationships that are rooted in mutual respect and belonging.
encourages participants to explore boundaries as acts of self-care and relationship-building, rather than separation.
fosters the ability to learn to engage in hard conversations that are generative and grounded in care, accountability, and respect.
shifts us away from avoiding conflict and toward embracing it as a space for growth, repair, and deeper connection.
invites a sense of belonging through interdependence, creating relationships rooted in mutual care, shared values, and collective responsibility.
harvest: Tools for navigating conflict and relationships with respect, fostering healthy boundaries and a sense of belonging while being witnessed and supported by the group.
level 2: embodying liberation and collective healing
modules 4-6
(must complete level 1 before progressing to level 2)
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intention: to reclaim joy, pleasure, and play as vital parts of personal and collective liberation.
supports participants in rediscovering the connection to their bodies, engaging in pleasure, play, and sensory experiences as acts of personal and collective liberation.
challenges cultural narratives that repress embodied pleasure, inviting participants to embrace joy as a radical, healing force.
encourages creative expression and the freedom to explore new forms of embodiment and self-expression.
harvest: a renewed connection to joy, creativity, and the freedom to play and experience pleasure while being witnessed and supported by the group.
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intention: To honor and embrace challenging emotions like grief and anger, while cultivating compassion for yourself and others.
guides participants in embracing grief, anger, and other difficult emotions as natural, transformative forces.
creates space for emotional literacy and self-expression, fostering the ability to process and release emotions with care and grace.
supports participants in reframing grief and anger as sources of energy for growth and collective action.
centers grace as a tool for cultivating self-compassion, patience, and the ability to hold complexity in emotional expression.
harvest: A deeper emotional resilience and capacity to hold difficult emotions with grace, compassion, and understanding while being witnessed and supported by the group.
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intention: To foster connection and community, celebrating our shared purpose and collective liberation.
fosters a deep sense of interdependence and solidarity, connecting participants to a shared purpose of collective liberation.
encourages the celebration of both individual and collective growth, honoring the journey and transformation experienced together.
creates space for participants to map out how to stay connected to each other, and the practices they’ve learned, beyond the program
invites participants to integrate the tools, skills, and insights they've developed into their everyday lives, creating a future where connection and mutual liberation are prioritized.
harvest: A strengthened sense of community and connection, with the tools to continue building collective liberation.
note: level 1 (modules 1-3) must be completed before moving on to level 2 (modules 4-6). each level must be paid for separately.
by the end of this six-module journey, participants will be equipped with tools to reclaim self-trust, cultivate emotional resilience, and navigate relationships with integrity. this program offers profound shifts in how we connect to ourselves, others, and the world around us, fostering collective healing and liberation.
What you’ll learn
program details
SUSU CommUNITY Farm, located on the unceded lands of the Abenaki tribe, along the banks of the Wantastegok River, is the sacred ground on which we are privileged to hold this program. the land is the foundation of our work and we continually develop and reclaim rituals to honor the land and all it provides, in deep listening relationship to the power it holds and with a commitment to interdependence. amber, one of our program facilitators and the founder of the Unbodying White Supremacy program in 2020, is a co-director of SUSU.
this is a 6 month program is broken down into two levels, level 1 consisting of modules 1-3 over the course of the first 3 months and level 2 consisting of modules 4-6 of the last 3 months. this is a hybrid program that meets monthly in person on the lands of SUSU commUNITY Farm in newfane vermont from May 31st-October 12th. additionally, you will have access to an online library of prerecorded and written content available to watch online and on-demand at your own pace via your online content library which you will gain access to at the start of the course.
program dates
Student learning Session & Q&A: March 31st 2-3:30pm via zoom
In person class dates
Saturday May 31st, 2025 11-5pm
Sunday June 1st, 2025 10-3pm
Saturday June 28th, 2025 11-5pm
Sunday June 29th, 2025 10-3pm
Saturday July 19th, 2025 11-5pm
Sunday July 20th, 2025 10-3pm
Saturday August 9th, 2025 11-5pm
Sunday August 10th, 2025 10-3pm
Saturday September 13th, 2025 11-5pm
Sunday September 14th, 2025 10-3pm
Saturday October 11th, 2025 11-5pm
Sunday October 12th, 2025 10-3pm
online learning resource: the online learning platform hosts all the information about the course including:
detailed course schedule
supporting materials such as PDFs of the reading material and presentations, prerecorded facilitator discussions
what students have to say about the course
our commitment to you
we understand that deep transformation takes time, courage, and support. that’s why, as you embark on this journey with unbodying supremacy, weaving connection, we want you to know that you will not be alone.
our facilitators—an experienced team of trained therapists and somatic workers—are committed to walking alongside you every step of the way. with a diverse range of skills, including somatic techniques, trauma-informed care, and deep anti-oppression practices, our team will provide the support, tools, and guidance you need to navigate the sensations and challenges that arise throughout your process.
we are here to help you work through your conditioning, build resilience, and integrate the practices that will help you transform. our goal is to create a space where you feel seen, supported, and empowered to engage in this deep work at your own pace.
while we cannot guarantee specific outcomes, we promise to offer the resources and guidance necessary to help you move forward on your path towards embodied liberation and contributing to the creation of liberated worlds. we are fully invested in your growth and are here to provide ongoing support as you build the skills, tools, and practices that will lead you towards greater connection, agency, and transformation.
ready to step into embodied liberation?
if you are ready to unbind yourself from the conditioning of supremacy culture and reclaim the wisdom, agency, and connection that lies within your body—this journey is for you. unbodying supremacy, weaving connection offers you the opportunity to build embodied resilience, navigate conflict with clarity, and cultivate the skills needed to be part of the collective liberation we are all striving toward.
but, if you choose to stay in old patterns of overwhelm, shame, and fear, you may continue feeling disconnected from your true power, unable to show up fully for the work that matters most to you. You may find yourself trapped in reactivity, unable to sustain the change you long for.
the choice is yours. Will you step into the healing, connection, and liberation that is waiting for you? Will you choose the path that leads to deeper authenticity, joy, and lasting transformation?
FAQs
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the program is a six-month embodied journey designed to help white-bodied individuals heal from the conditioning of supremacy culture and reclaim safety, trust, and connection within their bodies. using somatic practices, community care, and ritual, we help you unlearn harmful patterns such as subconscious habits of domination, control, and fear-based power moves, build resilience, and engage in liberatory work with integrity. the focus of this work is to support white-bodied people in showing up for and contributing to multiracial organizing and spaces.
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this program is specifically for white-bodied practitioners—therapists, healers, and change-makers—who want to engage in movement work and collective liberation by addressing and unlearning their conditioning related to whiteness and supremacy culture. while anyone is welcome to join this program, we ask that people of color (bipoc) considering joining the space understand that we believe it is essential for bipoc folx to have spaces free from navigating the weight of whiteness. we highly recommend bipoc individuals to join our affinity groups and bipoc spaces or other spaces designed for multiracial communities. if you are a person of color considering this offering, please contact us directly for an informative conversation so you can make an informed decision that prioritizes your safety and well-being.
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the program will be held on the following dates at SUSU commUNITY farm, a 37-acre afroindigenous farm in newfane, vermont:
may 31 - june 1
june 28 - 29
july 19 - 20
august 9 - 10
september 13 - 14
october 11 - 12
sessions will take place on saturdays from 11 am - 5 pm and sundays from 10 am - 3 pm.
participants can drive in each day or bring tents and camp on the land at SUSU during the program.
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the program is divided into two levels:
level 1 (3 months) is priced on a sliding scale from $1,800 to $2,300.
level 2 (the next 3 months) is also priced on a sliding scale from $1,800 to $2,300.
each level is a separate cost, and you’ll pay for level 1 first. once you complete level 1, you can move forward to level 2 at the same sliding scale price.
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yes, there are payment plans available. once you click the register now button you will be directed to a check out page with klarna and afterpay payment plan options.
due to impacts on our organization from federal funding cuts and a divestment in BIPOC organizations we are unable to offer scholarships at this time. we encourage you to friendraise & find creative ways to fund your participation if this feels like the right time for you to join unbodying supremacy, weaving connection.
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you will be supported by a dedicated team of facilitators, including trained therapists and somatic practitioners, who are equipped to guide you through the process of unlearning, healing, and building skills. you’ll have access to individual and community support as you work through the emotional, somatic, and relational challenges that arise.
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this program is ideal for individuals who:
feel the weight of the world’s injustices and long to make a meaningful difference.
struggle with reactivity, shame, or overwhelm in conflict or social dynamics.
want to deepen their somatic practice and bring embodied liberation into their work and life.
are committed to showing up fully for both personal healing and collective liberation.
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by the end of this six-month journey, you will have built the skills to navigate complex social dynamics, engage in conflict with integrity, reclaim embodied joy, and sustain anti-oppression work in your life. you'll have cultivated a deeper sense of self-trust, confidence, and connection to yourself, others, and the land. however, transformation is a process, and the tools provided will set you on a path of continued growth and liberation.
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yes, you will receive a certificate of completion and leave with a toolkit of somatic practices, conflict-resolution strategies, and anti-oppression frameworks that you can integrate into your personal and professional life.
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the program includes immersive in-person weekends, virtual sessions, and accountability partnerships. you will also have access to an online learning hub with additional resources. expect to dedicate a minimum 15 hours per month to the program, including practice, reflection, and community engagement.
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we understand that life happens, and we’re committed to your success. we encourage open communication if you’re unable to attend, and our team will work with you to ensure you stay connected to the material and community.
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after the program, you’ll have access to a supportive community of alumni who continue to work together to integrate the teachings. we also offer opportunities for further coaching, mentorship, and resources to support your ongoing journey.
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to register, simply click the "register now" button, fill out the application form. feel free to email us at ubswc@susucommunityfarm.org to schedule a call with one of our facilitators. we’ll discuss your goals and whether this program is the right fit for you.
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unlike many programs that focus primarily on intellectual understanding or external actions, "unbodying supremacy, weaving connection" is a somatic and embodied process. through our unique approach, the UNBODYING method, we address the deep, often subconscious ways supremacy culture shows up in your body, relationships, and behavior, and provide you with concrete tools to transform these patterns from the inside out.
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level 1
$1,800
level 1 only
3 month hybrid in person & online certificate program
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level 1 & level 2
$3,600
full program
6 month hybrid in person & online certificate program
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level 2
$1,800
level 2 only
3 month hybrid in person & online certificate program
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