P.R.I.A 2 of 3 - Practicing the Pause: Grounding in Community

In a time when our communities are navigating ongoing change, heightened uncertainty, and increasing demands, the work of leading for justice and equity can feel relentless. Many of us in the nonprofit and social sectors are carrying the weight of supporting communities whose needs are growing, while also navigating policies and systems that too often undermine the very futures we are working toward.

That’s why creating intentional space to pause, ground ourselves, and reconnect with our shared purpose isn’t just important—it’s essential.

About P.R.I.A.

Our P.R.I.A. Series, rooted in the leadership of our alumni leaders, is a three-part community engagement offering designed to provide grounding and generative space for leaders like you. It invites us to:

• Pause amidst the noise and urgency

• Return to ourselves and our communities/ Remember the truths we uphold and the collective power we carry

• Imagine bold, inclusive futures

• Act from a place of deep self and community care

These are not just reflective exercises—they are practices that fortify our leadership, deepen our connections, and sustain our capacity to show up for the work ahead.

September Session

Our upcoming session, Practicing the Pause: Grounding in Community, will be held on Wednesday, September 18, from 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM PST, featuring architect, educator, and community leader Shalini Agrawal. Together, we will explore practices that help us slow down, root into what matters most, and cultivate the community care that keeps our movements thriving.

Whether you’re seeking renewal for yourself, fresh energy for your team, or a chance to reconnect with leaders who share your values, this gathering offers a restorative space to breathe, reflect, and reimagine what’s possible—together.

Learn more about Open Arch Collab: https://www.openarchcollab.org/