In 2024, 15 workshops will be offered throughout France, and 1 in the Democratic Republic of Congo.
These workshops are an integral part of the care pathways offered in the medical facilities of the #Restart Maisons des Femmes and Women Safe & Children networks.
This weekly karate workshop is not intended for performance or technical/athletic progress. On the contrary, each session is repeated, like a reassuring appointment. Although the teachers are in contact with the medical team who refer the women to the karate workshops, they are not familiar with the women’s backgrounds. They are, however, trained to deal with the consequences of psycho-trauma. Each teacher is accompanied by Fight For Dignity volunteers.
The karate workshops are only available by recommendation of the team within the facilities Fight for Dignity works with.
Maison des femmes de Saint-Denis (93)
Workshop established in 2018.
The Maison des Femmes de Saint-Denis provides care and support for women who are at risk or subjected to violence. Affiliated with the Delafontaine Hospital, it offers local multidisciplinary care and centralized access services. It was set up in 2016 by Dr. Ghada Hatem.
Saint-Germain-en-Laye (78)
Workshop established in 2021.
Founded in 2014 by Frédérique Martz and Dr. Pierre Foldes, Women Safe & Children is a network of French associations known for providing free multidisciplinary care and support for women and minors who are victims of violence.
Bukavu (République démocratique du Congo)
Workshop established in 2014.
Maison Dorcas (Panzi Foundation)