Led by Mel-Xóchitl, this workshop explored queer sustainability, through the lens of energy movement, breath work, and community building. Queer futures are sustained by the fortification and replenishment of our life force energy and nervous system regulation. Through this, we may show up more embodied and grounded in relation to ourselves, our community, and the injustices that surround us. In this integrative workshop, participants were guided through qi gong, breath work, self or partnered acupressure, aromatherapy, and sound healing.

About the Host

Mel-Xóchitl (she/they) is a queer migrant from El Salvador, raised in DC, and currently based in Baltimore city. They are an integrative massage therapist, energy worker, kundalini yoga instructor, and breath work advocate. As a space holder, she cultivates holistic wellness through committing to inclusivity, consent, trauma informed care, and self-healing autonomy. She approaches every session and workshop as an opportunity to foster safety, choice, collaboration, trust, and empowerment. In addition to the healing arts, they enjoy cooking exquisite meals, gardening, and jewelry making.