About

Created in 2020 at the start of the pandemic, this free, online series supports the resilience of our global community through social emotional arts.

In accordance with our mission, with this series we aim to enhance the innate social-emotional benefits of the arts with supportive practices, such as non-judgmental language and reflection, for self-discovery, connection, and empowerment.

Free Online Offerings

Mindful Mandala Making for Well-Being
Dr. Mary Hardy, MD 
Thursday, August 21, 2025
Noon to 1:30 pm Pacific Time (PT)

Body Wisdom: An Art Prescription for Pain Relief
Nadia F. Paredes, MA, LMFT, ATR 
Thursday, September 25, 2025
Noon to 1:30 pm Pacific Time (PT)
Offered in partnership with Creative Healing for Youth in Pain (CHYP) in support of Pain Awareness Month. 

To access our HOPE video archive, click here.

Have five minutes for an arts recess? These fun, how-to videos, curated from our HOPE Series sessions, provide an array of go-to creative arts activities whether looking to recenter, reflect, or restore.

If you or someone you know may be interested in facilitating a workshop, please read here and submit a proposal form.

This series is supported, in part, by the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors through the Los Angeles County Department of Arts and Culture.