<div>Since the Russian invasion of Ukraine in 2022, I've been volunteering with PPSC's Refugee Support Program to provide psychological support for Ukrainian refugees impacted by the war.
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<div>Over time, I noticed similar themes of isolation and helplessness emerge as people were having difficulty coping with the traumatic events of the war.
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<div>I wondered what I could do to help them adjust to the new circumstances of their lives and came up with the idea to host a pottery workshop and support group at a local ceramics studio.
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<div>I was amazed by the feedback that I received from participants about the impact that workshop had on them. Here are a few excerpts from statements that people wrote about their experience (shared with their permission):
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<div>"I attended Alexander’s pottery masterclass, and it became a true turning point for me. Since the beginning of the war, I’ve gone through many difficult events that have affected my health and mental well-being. But during the class, with Alexander’s guidance, I was creating my first pieces with my own hands. We laughed, joked, and shared stories, and for the first time in a long while, I felt joy return to my life. On the way home, I felt euphoric, as if a weight had been lifted off my shoulders; the tension that had gripped my throat for years was finally gone. This sense of freedom gave me the strength to make changes and enter a new chapter. "
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<div>"Alexander's masterclass demonstrated how art can not only inspire, but also heal. It is a powerful tool for finding inner balance, self-expression and hope in difficult times. Thanks to Alexander's master class, my husband and I had a wonderful experience and maximum pleasure."
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<div>Hearing words like these further inspired me to create this fundraiser in order to sponsor arts scholarships for Ukrainian refugees in the greater NYC region. I believe in the transformative and healing power of art. I'm hoping these scholarships will give refugees a chance to find meaning and resilience through creative expression. I've partnered with local institutions like <a href="https://centerforbookarts.org/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Center for Book Arts</a> and <a href="https://www.artstudentsleague.org" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Art Students League</a> who are committed to expanding opportunities and building community.
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<div>I'll be participating in a <a href="https://www.doclaynyc.com" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">holiday sale</a> over the weekend of 12/20 to sell my pottery and get the ball rolling on raising funds. Please stop by for a chance to get some last minute holiday gifts and support a great cause!
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<div>A little about me, I'm a <a href="https://seealexanderbeznes.com" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">psychotherapist</a> based in Flatiron and have been doing <a href="https://www.instagram.com/swampyceramics/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">pottery</a> on the side since 2016.
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