Walk In Her Shoes

Fri Nov 14 2025 at 10:00 am to 11:15 am UTC-08:00

3235 Grand Ave | Oakland

urban university
Publisher/Hosturban university
Walk In Her Shoes
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An immersive experience bringing together simulated activities, story-telling and art to foster awareness of and empathy for single mothers.
About this Event

Marking the upcoming 30th anniversary of the 1996 Welfare to Work (officially known as the Personal Responsibility and Work Opportunity Reconciliation Act (PRWORA), urban university presents: Walk In Her Shoes, an immersive experience bringing together simulated activities, art and story-telling, to foster empathy and action.

Walk In Her Shoes will stand as a “truth telling experience" and includes immersive activities, digital story-telling and art - to bring attendees closer to the realities single mothers face.
Special guest harp performance by Destiny Muhammed


Agenda
Welcome & Framing

Info: Welcome message from Tracey Williams, Founder & Executive Director who will guide the experience with single mother team leaders and participants.


Reflection & Storytelling

Info: Attendees listen at audio/photo stations to up to (5) 3 minute
digital stories.


Gallery Walk

Info: Portrait the Founder painted by TandemPainting Artists Suzette McDonough & James Whitehouse;


Community Board

Info: Share encouraging notes or letters to single mothers. Sign up to volunteer or chat with Tracey.


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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

3235 Grand Ave, 3235 Grand Avenue, Oakland, United States

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