What does is mean to be a Matriarch (self-identified and not contingent on rearing children) in the world of today?

How can we as elders of our communities support others?

How do we use our honed skills in leadership, our inherent wisdom, our nurturing, empathy and resilience to support both ourselves and others?

It starts with communication.

We’ll gather, listen to each other and forge new path’s forward as individuals and in groups.

Statement of Intents and Agreements for the Matriarch Group of Women Hold the Key

Statement of Intents:

• Explore the meaning and responsibility of being a Matriarch in our society today.

• We focus on depth of connection, personal growth, support others in the group, and feel supported, being cared for, being open and trusting in the safety of the group which can accommodate a ‘come as we are today’

• We listen with curiosity and compassion

• Each participant feels connected, seen, heard, included, valued

• We respect each other’s privacy, are honest and kind in our communication, and show empathy for others who may or may not be open to sharing

• Our space is sacred, focused on the universal humanity in each of our participants