Body Mapping Workshop

Body Mapping captures the embodied nature of a person’s experiences and meanings to tell a story that depicts social, political, and economic processes. It enables reflexive thought that is unlikely to have been produced in a typical interview or focus group.

Body Mapping may be useful for practitioners and researchers who want to:

• Examine and appreciate how emotions, cultural norms or practices relate to (specific parts of) physical bodies or are embodied. 
• Explore topics that people find difficult to express verbally.
• Build trust in groups.  

This workshop will unpack various ways we can use Body Mapping while working with under-represented individuals and communities. 

By the end of this workshop, you will be able to: 

• Understand the ethics and "Do No Harm" implications of body mapping 
• Understand the theory and usefulness of using body mapping as a participatory community activity. 
• facilitate a body mapping activity with community members 

Body Mapping’s emphasis on visual storytelling can be particularly useful for people who use alternative communication methods.

Each participant will receive a workbook with Body Mapping theory, facilitation guidance notes and reflective exercises when attending the Body Mapping workshop.

When: Saturday 21st September 2024

Time: 10.00am to 3.30pm 

Where: Laneway Learning. Level 3 Rooms 14, 15/37 Swanston St, Melbourne VIC 3000

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Cost: $250.00 +Bf AUD (early bird $212.50 +BF)

Snacks and drinks will be provided, but you must bring or buy your own lunch. Lunch is not provided in the workshop.