NotJustSkin.org

We have developed a range of workshops in each area we address. Our workshops aim to support community wellbeing in particular topic areas, for example, relating with young people in ways that are joyful, present, mindful, respectful, and supportive of creativity, independence, and interdependence.

After a brief introduction, our workshops primarily use participant-driven discussion and interactive exercises. Most workshops can include nurslings and older children at the discretion and convenience of their caregiver(s).

Our workshops currently fall into four categories, with some specific topics listed below:

Relating Joyfully with Children

• Special Time and Playlistening
• Settling Limits Effectively with Compassion
• Listening Partnerships for Parents
• Supporting Children through Adolescence
• Supporting Children with Fear
• Tantrums and Strong Feelings
• Childhood and Gender/Sex

Transforming the Classroom

• Working with Difficult Moments
• Using Listening Partnerships in Class

Connection and Wellbeing

• Listening Partnerships
• Connecting for Everyone -- Reaching Beyond Gender Roles
• Healthy Homes

Positive Pregnancy, Childbirth, and Infancy

• Empowering Birthing Women and Partners
• Ending Birth Violence
• Green Birth / Green Parenting
• Circumcision Issues and Awareness
• Resources for Taboo Topics in Infancy: Cosleeping, Vaccines, and More
• Beyond Gender/Sex: What Does Intersex Mean?

Presenter Bio: Ryan McAllister, Ph.D.

Ryan works as a biophysicist at Georgetown University and coordinates NotJustSkin, an educational charity dedicated to supporting the well-being of children and parents. He facilitates workshops, gives talks, and researches and writes articles to promote a warm start to life and positive interactions between children and adults. With experience in scientific literature, Nonviolent Communication, and peer-style counseling, Ryan aims to compassionately address a range of complex, controversial issues.