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SBG in Portugal! 7 -Day Creative Retreat @ Soul Co-Living
Portugal Retreat for Women Creatives: Art as Activism
7 Days of Creative Liberation | Vila Franca de Xira, Portugal
Dates: July 10 - 17 2026
Retreat Overview
A transformative retreat experience for Black women and women of color creatives seeking healing, inspiration, and connection through art. This weeklong immersion blends creative writing workshops, mind-body wellness, and collaborative activism, all grounded in the peaceful, art-filled atmosphere of Soul Co-Living.
What We’ll Explore:
- Daily writing & journaling sessions
- Art as resistance: collaborative zines, poetry, & visual prompts
- Wellness rituals: meditation, nature, creative movement
- Cultural experiences in Portugal: beach, museum, markets
- Healing circles & community conversations
The Space: Soul Co-Living
Nestled in a historic building in Vila Franca de Xira, Soul offers:
- A peaceful, artistic retreat from city life
- Meditation & movement terraces
- Art studios, creative common spaces
- On-site helpers, chef-prepared meals, and optional excursions
- Optional services: event planning, promotion, transport, photography
Your Facilitator: Rowana Abbensetts-Dobson
Founder of Spoken Black Girl, mental health advocate, and published author. Rowana leads writing workshops that weave self-expression, ancestral memory, and healing into liberatory creative practice.
What’s Included
✔️ 6 nights / 7 days at Soul Co-Living
✔️ Daily meals (local, home-style cuisine)
✔️ Daily workshops + wellness sessions
✔️ Art supplies & notebooks
✔️ Optional beach trips, museum visits, and cultural excursions
✔️ Community dinners + closing ceremony
✔️ Professional photos (optional)
Payment plans are available. Email contact@spokenblackgirl.com
Ready to Join Us?
Spots are limited to keep the retreat intimate and intentional.
Reserve your space now at spokenblackgirl.com or email contact@spokenblackgirl.com.
Follow us @spokenblackgirl
Portugal Retreat for Women Creatives: Art as Activism
7 Days of Creative Liberation | Vila Franca de Xira, Portugal
Dates: July 10 - 17 2026
Retreat Overview
A transformative retreat experience for Black women and women of color creatives seeking healing, inspiration, and connection through art. This weeklong immersion blends creative writing workshops, mind-body wellness, and collaborative activism, all grounded in the peaceful, art-filled atmosphere of Soul Co-Living.
What We’ll Explore:
- Daily writing & journaling sessions
- Art as resistance: collaborative zines, poetry, & visual prompts
- Wellness rituals: meditation, nature, creative movement
- Cultural experiences in Portugal: beach, museum, markets
- Healing circles & community conversations
The Space: Soul Co-Living
Nestled in a historic building in Vila Franca de Xira, Soul offers:
- A peaceful, artistic retreat from city life
- Meditation & movement terraces
- Art studios, creative common spaces
- On-site helpers, chef-prepared meals, and optional excursions
- Optional services: event planning, promotion, transport, photography
Your Facilitator: Rowana Abbensetts-Dobson
Founder of Spoken Black Girl, mental health advocate, and published author. Rowana leads writing workshops that weave self-expression, ancestral memory, and healing into liberatory creative practice.
What’s Included
✔️ 6 nights / 7 days at Soul Co-Living
✔️ Daily meals (local, home-style cuisine)
✔️ Daily workshops + wellness sessions
✔️ Art supplies & notebooks
✔️ Optional beach trips, museum visits, and cultural excursions
✔️ Community dinners + closing ceremony
✔️ Professional photos (optional)
Payment plans are available. Email contact@spokenblackgirl.com
Ready to Join Us?
Spots are limited to keep the retreat intimate and intentional.
Reserve your space now at spokenblackgirl.com or email contact@spokenblackgirl.com.
Follow us @spokenblackgirl