Anti-Oppression Commitments

I recognize the privilege I hold as a white cis-gendered female yoga teacher and I act in the following ways to dismantle white supremacy and systems of oppression both in and outside of my teaching:

  • Making Contributions to BIPOC lead organizers (Black Lives Matter, Landback 1492, BIPOC Support like relief fund drives and community funding, independent educators and therapists)

  • Uplifting and supporting BIPOC, fat, LGBTQ2s+ teachers (including those aspiring to be teachers), artists, musicians, therapists, educators etc… through my social media platforms and looking for opportunities to learn from and collaborate with BIPOC practictionners.

  • Taking actions with leadership from BIPOC organizers by urging government officials to take steps to dismantle institutionalized racism & oppression.

  • Keeping Studio Partners Accountable by calling out racist and oppressive practices and withdrawing support if there’s no action behind the PR.

  • Keeping people (in general) accountable including family members by calling out oppressive ideologies and behaviours when I clock them.

  • Listening to and being open to feedback from BIPOC students (which I am always grateful for - I realize the work involved in this).

  • Frequently educate myself and reflect on how I can dismantle white supremacy within myself and my community as well as the impact of my actions on marginalized communities. ( Folks who I learn from include Rachel Ricketts, Dianne Bondy Yoga, Susanna Barkataki )

  • Ensure that yoga is financially accessible to folks who seek it.