We wanted to do this post to update you on the recovery efforts in the wake of the recent earthquake in Morocco and how you might be able to help out.
GIVE BACK UPDATE / PROJECT SOAR / MARRAKESH
The recently shared a recap video of what 2021 looked like for them here, and as you can see, they are giving these young women the space and tools they need to further their education and become future leaders.
GIVE BACK UPDATE / PROJECT SOAR / MARRAKESH
GIVE BACK UPDATE / MARRAKESH - PROJECT SOAR
We were so excited to get to revisit our beloved Project Soar while we were in Marrakesh and catch up on the amazing things they are doing. Plus we were able to work on some projects!
We have been working with Project Soar for years now, and it's an incredibly powerful organization, working to empower Moroccan girls, giving them an open space to study and be, as well as educational tools, health resources, empowering affirmations, the chance to play sports and take art classes, and so much more. They strive to give these young women a voice and a chance to complete their education.
GIVE BACK UPDATE / 2017
Hi everyone! It's been a while since we written to you about our Give Back Initiative and we had some exciting new updates. Since the beginning of 2017 we've donated several thousands of dollars to our Give Back partners in Bali, India, and Morocco! Thanks to our guests who've helped make this possible. We believe that we can all "Do Good & Travel Well" and also connect in a meaningful way to the cultures where we visit.
GIVING TUESDAY / PROJECT SOAR
GIVE BACK UPDATE / PROJECT SOAR, MARRAKESH
NEW GIVE-BACK RETREATS!
working with PROJECT SOAR just last month in Marrakesh
When I began EAT.PRAY.MOVE several years ago, it was my dream to one day be able to incorporate a humanitarian side to the company - either by including service opportunities on retreats, an annual full-service retreat, or just sharing in the profits of the retreats so we, along with our guests, could help in even a small way to groups in need. There have been many ideas on the table and plans are finally moving forward to make this more of a reality!
leading yoga class last year with Project SOAR
Since last year, I've been able to work with Peacock Pavilions, our hosts in Marrakesh, to help lead small yoga workshops for the girls of the nearby village on the days surrounding the retreats. Recently Peacock Pavilions officially announced their new non-profit company
which will continue to do work with their neighborhood village of Douar Ladaam, just on the outskirts of Marrakesh.
the girls showing their drawings of some of the animal names of yoga poses we learned
Starting with the next retreats in Marrakesh this coming September, both EAT.PRAY.MOVE and Peacock Pavilions have pledged at least 10% of profits to go directly to the efforts of PROJECT SOAR! We are also working through details to offer guests the opportunity to help with a small village beautification project during some of the free time of the retreat week!
WHY NOT JOIN US IN SEPT FOR OUR FIRST "GIVE-BACK" RETREAT!
Spots are filling:
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Be sure to check out the
and video below where you can learn more...and even find a way to help!
PROJECT SOAR BELIEVES THAT THE WORLD WOULD BE A BETTER PLACE IF WE WERE ALL BETTER NEIGHBORS.
Project Soar uplifts underprivileged communities through art, design and movement. The Marrakesh village of Douar Ladaam in Marrakesh -- home to hundreds of families -- is our first pilot community. Cultural constraints sometimes allow girls fewer opportunities. So Project Soar empowers girls to GROW strong, smart and creative. We also bring beauty to communities through art, rehabilitation and cleanup projects, helping them THRIVE for years to come. We want us to all SOAR high together.