Collaborations
PAST COLLABORATIONS
"If you want to lift yourself up, lift up someone else."
-Booker T. Washington
Rooted in Radiance, established in 2022, has flourished through collaborative efforts with diverse well-being advocates. We have forged impactful collaborations with renowned partners such as Lululemon, FITDC, Becky's Fund, Namaste by Jay and others. These partnerships reflect our commitment to a holistic approach to well-being, combining mindfulness practices, fitness, and community engagement.
Yoga's Role in Fighting Systemic Injustice: A Martin Luther King Jr. Tribute
In honor of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s commitment to social justice and equality, Rooted in Radiance organized a yoga wellness event in partnership with FITDC. The event was designed to bring people from diverse backgrounds together to promote wellness, mindfulness, and unity at the historic Howard Theatre. Read more on this blog.
Elevating Wellness Through Arts & Nature Integration
Set against the breathtaking backdrop of the Glenstone Museum in Potomac, Maryland, our aim was to create an extraordinary and transformative experience that would introduce our members to a diverse range of wellness practices, incorporating elements from the arts, nature, community building, and movement. Read more on this blog
Uniting Underserved Communities Through Yoga
In a bold move to bring unique and accessible wellness vibes to the heart of D.C.'s east side, Rooted in Radiance teamed up with FITDC to drop an outdoor yoga wellness series in Ward 8 like no other. This wasn't just your average yoga gig—it was a full-blown celebration of wellness, mindfulness, and community spirit, set right in the heart of the beautiful Anacostia Park. Read more on this blog
Celebrating Community Wellness In The Great Outdoors
The 2023 Celebrate Trails Day was an unforgettable experience led by Radiance Basden on the beautiful Marvin Gaye Trail in Washington DC. In partnership with the Washington Area Bicycle Association (WABA), attendees were invited to engage with nature and their senses in a unique and meaningful way, as Radiance guided them through a multi-sensory tour that included yoga, meditation, and educational insights about local trails and their history. Read more on this blog
Yoga's Healing Influence in Domestic Violence Advocacy
Men of Code is an initiative aimed at empowering young men and coaches engaged in athletics to become formidable allies and trailblazers in the mission to eradicate intimate partner violence against women and girls. The acronym "CODE" signifies its essence, representing "Men of Character and Ownership Dedicated to Leading by Example." Read more on this blog
Yoga in the Great Outdoors
In collaboration with Friends of Anacostia Park and REI, it was a true pleasure to lead a wonderful yoga flow that deepened the connection between breath and body. As a supporter of REI's Outside in 5 Declaration, I was thrilled to have contributed to our shared mission of encouraging our community to embrace the outdoors, reconnect with nature, and reshape the perception of what it means to appreciate the great outdoors. Read more on this blog
Empowering Black Women Through Community Collaboration With Namaste By Jay
This quarter welcomed three Namastay by Jay Wellness events including two in Washington, DC and one partnered with Shopify in New York. In July, Yasmine and I co-instructed the Soulful Sunday Flow on top of the Cambria Hotel at the signature Perch Rooftop. The August Vibes and Flow, instructed by me, was situated outside and offered serene moments of self-discovery through a juicy slow flow focusing on the heart and hips. Read more on this blog
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