PCOS: Participatory Creative Open Space

Take part in a unique and empowering workshop dedicated to individuals with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS), diagnosed or not. Part of the OpenArtFolke 24 festival, and taking place in PCOS Awareness Month, this session will harness the power of body mapping, a creative participatory research method, to create a safe and supportive space.

You'll connect with others who share similar experiences, process your feelings, and express your journey with PCOS through collaborative artmaking. Body mapping will allow us to visually represent our personal stories, emotions, and experiences, fostering a sense of community and mutual understanding.

Dr Laura J Brown, an expert in feminist global health research and creative participatory methods, will lead the session. Laura's lived experience with PCOS and her background in mental health mentoring will ensure a compassionate and insightful environment.

Participants: Up to 20 individuals with lived experience of PCOS, diagnosed or not 

What to Expect: Engage in a creative body mapping activity, share your story, and connect with others in a supportive setting. All materials provided. 

When: Saturday 14th September, 1-4pm 

Location: The Community Room, 19 The Bayle, Folkestone

Booking: Pre-registration required, cost £10, £5 concessions and free for those who cannot afford to pay.

Thanks to the generous support from PolyBiotics, we are able to offer subsidised and free tickets to ensure that cost is not a barrier to participation. Please select the ticket option that best fits your financial situation. If you choose a subsidised or free ticket, PolyBiotics will cover the difference to ensure the workshop is accessible to all.

Ticket Options:

·  Standard Ticket: £10

·  Subsidised Ticket: £5 (Partially subsidised by PolyBiotics for those who need it)

·  Free Ticket: £0 (Fully subsidised by PolyBiotics for those who cannot afford to pay)

An exciting aspect of this workshop is the potential to share the collaborative body maps created during the session in a group exhibition. Select pieces may be featured in Fourth Wall Folkestone's "Sick of It" exhibition, contributing to a broader conversation about health and wellbeing through art.

This workshop offers a meaningful opportunity for personal expression and community building. Explore your creativity and contribute to raising awareness about PCOS in a nurturing and inclusive environment.