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Peace in Practice: TransPonder’s Gender Diverse Yoga Class

Every Wednesday evening at TransPonder's Gender Diverse Yoga class, participants are invited to stretch, breathe, and share space with others in a welcoming environment.  TransPonder is a Eugene-based nonprofit that...

Sounds Simple, But It’s Profound: A Day with Black Thistle Street Aid

Sounds Simple, But It’s Profound: A Day with Black Thistle Street Aid

“Our liberation is all connected,” says Sophia Iannacchione Ricci, Co-Director and Co-Founder of Black Thistle Street Aid. “...having a humanizing moment that touches into a person's humanity is one of...

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We found the Pink Pony Club at FOOD For Lane County?

This July, our team had the honor of spending the day with FOOD For Lane County (FFLC) — one of our region’s most impactful nonprofits, working to alleviate hunger and...

Blue Lotus Chai Peace & Chai Ila Rose Art Spotlight Feature

Peace & Chai Artist Spotlight

"Art is about process, not about product." You need to know about Ila Rose Art! The artist behind the incredible Medusa Mural, ‘Offering,’ is a local changemaker you need to...

Blue Lotus Chai Employees Celebrate Peace and Chai

Introducing Peace & Chai

Creating Positive Change In Your Community Can Be Simple At Blue Lotus Chai headquarters, we’ve been asking ourselves how we can show up more deeply for the community that inspires...