Adaorah okocha
Adaorah is a Toronto-based entrepreneur and creative leader passionate about uplifting youth and communities of color through art, fashion, and innovation. She is the founder and creative director of Odi Iche, a West African-inspired fashion brand and nonprofit initiative that creates opportunities for emerging creatives. With a background in healthcare and business management, Adaorah blends creativity with strategic thinking to design projects that inspire, empower, and drive meaningful social impact.
Stitching Self
Stitching Self is a creative wellness workshop for women of color that uses sewing and textile arts to explore mental health, self-expression, and community connection. Participants engage in hands-on creative activities, building confidence and fostering a safe, supportive space to share experiences, reflect, and practice self-care.
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Le fonctionnement du projet
The workshop runs over two sessions, each featuring guided sewing activities, wellness exercises, and group discussions to support mental health, self-expression, and community connection.
Résumé de l'impact
Stitching Self empowers women of color by fostering self-awareness, resilience, and creative expression. Participants leave with handmade projects, new coping strategies, and strengthened connections to a supportive community.
Résumé de la mission
Our mission is to support mental health among women of color through creativity, self-expression, and community connection, promoting well-being, confidence, and empowerment through art and shared experiences.
Équipe du projet
Led by Adaorah, supported by wellness facilitators and volunteer mentors.
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