Skip to Content
Independence First Logo
Main Content
Two hands hold a dark blue, textured hardcover book with the words “MY STORY” printed in large, dist

Mapping My Journey Workshop

Thursday, November 5, 2026

1:00 PM to 2:00 PM

Weekly on Thursday

Independence First540 S 1st Street, Milwaukee, WI 53204Milwaukee, WI

Details:

A 5-Week Workshop in Creativity, Reflection & Self-Discovery

Life rarely moves in a straight line! Join Independence First for Mapping My Journey, a relaxed and creative five-week workshop designed to help participants reflect on their experiences, celebrate their strengths, and explore the unique paths that have shaped their lives.

Through creative mapping, storytelling, and group conversation, participants will have opportunities to:

  • Reflect on their personal life journeys and the experiences that have shaped who they are.

  • Rediscover personal strengths, interests, and passions.

  • Explore simple techniques for staying grounded and navigating life's challenges.

  • Connect with others and share experiences in a welcoming, supportive environment.

No artistic skills or previous experience are necessary! This workshop is about personal expression, reflection, and connection, not artistic ability. Everyone is welcome to participate.

Workshop Dates and Times

Thursdays, 1–2 p.m.

  • November 5, 2026

  • November 12, 2026

  • November 19, 2026

  • December 3, 2026

  • December 10, 2026

Please note: There is no workshop on Thanksgiving, November 26.

Location

Independence First
540 S. 1st Street
Milwaukee, WI 53204

Registration and Accommodations

To RSVP or request accommodations, please contact Yer Thao at (414) 226-8370 or ythao@independencefirst.org.

Reasonable Accommodations  
Independence First is committed to providing the highest degree of accessibility when offering agency-sponsored events. Please notify Yer Thao at (414) 226-8370 or ythao@independencefirst.org with your disability-related accommodation requests by 2 days before the event. We will do our best to honor accommodation requests made after this date. 

Environmental Chemical Sensitivities 
For the safety and comfort of those with chemical and environmental sensitivities, Independence First requests that when attending agency-sponsored events, please refrain from using any perfumed products such as scented soaps, deodorants, perfumes, colognes and heavily scented fabric softeners. To maintain a smoke-free environment, please also refrain from smoking in paths of travel and doorways.