We share mindfulness practices with people who are under-resourced for their self-empowerment, healing and community well–being.
IOI volunteers serve the incarcerated, returning citizens, people transitioning from homelessness and those in substance abuse treatment. Mindfulness practices help our students gain clarity, insight, and compassion. We frame our classes as conversations and inquiries, drawing on the inherent wisdom of their experience.
TESTIMONIAL
“At the beginning [of meditation] I feel stress due to being locked in 23 hours. At the end my shoulder blades are not as tight as before= relieved stress.”
- IOI student at the District of Columbia Department of Correction, August 2020
Watch this video of an IOI student who reflects on how his meditation practice has changed his life.
Insight on the Inside facilitators use sitting meditation and mindful movement, among other methods, to support engagement. We value our partners and work hand-in-hand with their staff.
We value diverse perspectives and value all individuals equally regardless of race, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, socio-economic status or other dimension of diversity.
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