CREATIVE RELEASE APP

CREATIVE RELEASE COHORT APPLICATION

We invite 8 women ready who have overcome challenges and are ready to take the center stage. The Creative Release Cohort is an 8-week guided experience designed for individuals who are ready to bring a meaningful project to life. Whether you’re launching a business, writing a book, developing a community initiative, creating artwork, starting a podcast, building a ministry, or pursuing another purpose-driven vision, this cohort provides the structure, support, and accountability to help you move from idea to completion.

PROGRAM RUNS JULY-SEPTEMBER 2026

SEE PROGRAM PAGE HERE

We look forward to seeing you go from vision to victory!

First name

Last name

Phone

Preferred method of communication

ELIGIBILITY

Qualifications: A+B or A+C

(A I am a Black indigenous person of color (African American, African Caribbean, or Afro Latina)

(B) I am a survivor of sexual assault (molestation, rape, sex, sexual exploitation, etc.)

I do not qualify but want to connect.

Are you currently in a safe and stable environment to participate in this program?

Yes

Prefer not to answer

PROJECT INFORMATION

What project would you like to complete during this 8-week cohort? (Please describe your project in detail) max 500 words.

Why is this project important to you? max 500 words.

How does completing this project support your healing, growth, advocacy, or future goals? max 500 words.

READINESS ASSESSMENT

What motivates you to complete this project now? max 500 words.

What challenges may prevent you from fully participating? max 500 words.

What support do you need to help you stay engaged and accountable? max 500 words.

Have you attempted to complete this project before? If yes, what obstacles got in the way? max 500 words.

TIME COMMITMENT

THIS COHORT REQUIRES:

Weekly meetings with your coach on an agreed schedule.
Independent work between sessions.
Active communication with your coach and the HBP Coordinator.
Participation for the full 8 weeks.

Can you commit to these expectations?

Yes

How many hours per week can you realistically dedicate to your project?

Are there any upcoming life events, travel plans, or obligations that may affect your participation? If yes, please elaborate so we can see if adjustments need to be made. Life events do not disqualify you from acceptance.

COACHING MATCH

OUR COACHES AND AREAS OF EXPERTISE

(see full description of all of them here)

COACH KESHIA AIKINS - MARKETING & VISUAL ARTS

COACH JUANITA BURGESS - SPIRITUAL & MENTAL HEALTH COACHING

COACH DREW COST - VIDEO & MEDIA

COACH JERMIKA COST - INCREASE CAPACITY/ GRASSROOTS

COACH LATOYA NICKEE - PERFORMANCE & MOVEMENT

COACH LUZ HOLMES-PADGETT - ADVOCACY & COMMUNITY IMPACT

COACH SHAWNA SMITH - SABBATICAL & CAREER RECOVERY

Who would be your preferred coach and why? (Indicate choice 1 and choice 2)

COMMITMENT AGREEMENT

I understand this is an 8-week commitment.

I understand that my coach is an independent consultant contracted by the organization.

I agree to attend scheduled coaching sessions or provide advance notice if I must miss a meeting.

I understand that consistent participation is necessary to achieve my project goals.

I understand that my coach is not acting as a therapist, counselor, or crisis professional.

I take responsibility for completing agreed-upon action items between sessions.

FINAL REFLECTION

Why should you be selected for this cohort? max 500 words.

Is there anything else you would like us to know? max 500 words.

The Creative Release Cohort is designed for survivors who are ready to invest in themselves and bring a meaningful project to completion. By submitting this application, I acknowledge that I am making an 8-week commitment to my healing, my project, my coach, and the cohort. I understand that my success would depend on active participation, communication, and consistent effort throughout the program.

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