Educational Workshops, Live Talks, and Programs
Learning and Empowerment
We offer workshops, live talks, and educational programs that provide practical tools, professional guidance, and supportive learning environments for survivors, families, and members of the community. Our goal is to foster knowledge, resilience, and empowerment through education and meaningful dialogue.
Upcoming Live Talks
Beauty, Wellness & Restoration
Beauty, Wellness & Restoration
A Global Experience for Women
Hosted by: Wings of Freedom International
Special Guest: Paula Orozco
Founder of Fit & Curvy TX
A Space to Care for Yourself Again
At Wings of Freedom International, we believe that well-being begins when we give ourselves permission to pause and care for ourselves.
Beauty, Wellness & Restoration is a free virtual experience designed to provide practical tools for self-care, wellness, and confidence-building in a welcoming, inspiring, and educational environment.
During this 90-minute experience, we will share practical knowledge, professional recommendations, and simple strategies that you can easily incorporate into your daily life, no matter where you live.
This will be a space to learn, connect with other women, and invest in your personal well-being.
Why Attend?
During this experience, you will learn about:
- The importance of holistic wellness and self-care.
- Practical skincare tips you can apply at home.
- Simple habits that promote healthy skin and overall well-being.
- Strategies to strengthen confidence and self-esteem.
- How to create sustainable and affordable self-care routines.
- Practical ways to prioritize yourself without feeling guilty.
- An opportunity to connect and find inspiration alongside women from different parts of the world.
Meet Our Special Guest
We are honored to welcome Paula Orozco, Founder of Fit & Curvy TX in Houston, Texas.
Paula is a registered nurse, physician assistant, and advanced aesthetics specialist with extensive experience in skincare, holistic wellness, body contouring treatments, and post-surgical recovery.
During this event, she will share professional insights, practical recommendations, and self-care strategies that participants can easily incorporate into their daily routines from the comfort of their own homes.
Event Information
Date
Saturday, July 25, 2026
Format
Virtual event via Zoom
International Schedule
🇨🇷 Costa Rica: 12:00 p.m.
🇨🇴 Colombia: 1:00 p.m.
🇺🇸 Houston, Texas: 1:00 p.m.
🇪🇸 Spain: 8:00 p.m.
Cost
Free to attend.
Once your registration is complete, you will receive the Zoom access link by email.
Who Should Attend?
This event is open to women around the world, especially those who wish to:
- Build greater confidence and self-esteem.
- Prioritize their physical and emotional well-being.
- Develop healthy self-care habits.
- Invest in their personal growth.
- Connect with an international community of women in an atmosphere of respect, encouragement, and inspiration.
No previous experience is required—only a desire to learn, grow, and take time to care for yourself.
Reserve Your Spot
Participation is free, but registration is required to receive the Zoom access link.
Reserve your spot here: https://forms.gle/Qw5mVvMnLtBMrw7W6
It will be our privilege to welcome you to this experience of wellness, learning, and restoration.
We look forward to having you join us.
Wings of Freedom International
Restoring Confidence. Renewing Hope. Empowering Women Around the World.
Building Safe and Violence-Free Environments
Join Our Live Talk
We invite you to participate in this enriching conversation with MSc. Ingrid Reyes Fonseca, Psychologist with a Master’s Degree in Clinical Psychology and Mental Health.
Together, we will explore how violence impacts our minds, emotions, and decision-making, while reflecting on the importance of building safer, healthier, and violence-free environments.
📅 Date: June 27, 2026
🕒 Time: 8:00 PM Spain | 1:00 PM Houston | 12:00 PM Costa Rica
📍 Format: Free live talk via 🎥 Zoom
Reserve your spot today and become part of this space for learning, reflection, and transformation.
👉 Register here:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScGsZ2lYEm-IUgH4CNRz0joBOg2WBev4tbu0eqO3Ue8ZtxN7g/viewform
Previous Live Talks
Building Safe and Violence-Free Environments
Building Safe and Violence-Free Environments
June 2026 | International Virtual Conference
Wings of Freedom International hosted the international conference “Building Safe and Violence-Free Environments,” an educational event designed to strengthen understanding of the psychological dynamics of violence and promote the development of healthier, safer, and more respectful relationships.
The conference was led by MSc. Ingrid Reyes Fonseca, a clinical psychologist with more than 18 years of experience providing psychotherapy and supporting individuals facing crises and suicidal risk.
During the session, participants explored how violence can extend beyond physical abuse to include forms of control, intimidation, manipulation, and psychological abuse that undermine freedom, autonomy, and emotional well-being.
Topics Covered
- Understanding violence from a psychological perspective.
- The impact of trauma and chronic survival responses.
- The importance of autonomy in breaking the cycle of violence.
- How to distinguish between healthy and abusive relationships.
- The importance of establishing healthy boundaries.
- Practical tools for fostering relationships based on equality, respect, and dignity.
Through practical examples and an interactive discussion with participants, the conference encouraged meaningful reflection on the factors that can increase vulnerability to abusive relationships and highlighted the importance of strengthening personal autonomy, informed decision-making, and violence prevention.
Conference Impact
🌍 Participants from 7 Countries
👥 33 Registered Participants
💻 Virtual Event (Zoom)
👩⚕️ Facilitated by MSc. Ingrid Reyes Fonseca, Clinical Psychologist with more than 18 years of experience in psychotherapy and supporting individuals experiencing crises and suicidal risk.
🤝 A safe space for learning, reflection, and meaningful dialogue
📚 Evidence-based education on violence prevention and the creation of safe environments
Countries Represented
- 🇧🇪 Belgium
- 🇨🇴 Colombia
- 🇨🇷 Costa Rica
- 🇭🇳 Honduras
- 🇵🇦 Panama
- 🇪🇸 Spain
- 🇺🇸 United States
Event Gallery
Privacy and Image Consent
Note: Some of the photographs featured on this page include participants who provided their consent to be photographed during the virtual conference. Other participants chose to keep their cameras turned off or did not authorize the use of their images, and those decisions were fully respected. Wings of Freedom International is committed to protecting the privacy, confidentiality, and right of every participant to decide how their image is used.
Our Appreciation
We extend our heartfelt appreciation to MSc. Ingrid Reyes Fonseca for generously sharing her professional expertise, knowledge, and commitment to violence prevention. Her valuable contribution enriched this educational experience and inspired meaningful reflection among participants.
We also extend our sincere gratitude to every participant who joined us from different countries. Your willingness to learn, engage in meaningful dialogue, and contribute to the creation of safer communities strengthens our mission to promote respect, dignity, and freedom.
At Wings of Freedom International, we believe that education is a powerful tool for preventing violence, strengthening personal autonomy, and creating lasting positive change in communities around the world.
Thank you for being part of this collective effort to build a safer future free from violence.
Do You Know What a Fearful Heart Sounds Like?
Do You Know What a Fearful Heart Sounds Like?
April 2026 | International Live Talk | Virtual Format (Zoom)
In April 2026, Wings of Freedom International hosted the international live educational talk “Do You Know What a Fearful Heart Sounds Like?”, presented by Dr. Luis Carlos Barrios González, guest cardiologist and specialist committed to promoting cardiovascular health through both a scientific and human-centered approach.
As an international organization, Wings of Freedom International connected participants from different countries to provide education, awareness, and accessible resources that promote the overall well-being of individuals and families around the world. On this occasion, Dr. Barrios joined from Spain to share his expertise with participants from nine countries.
During the talk, attendees explored the relationship between fear, stress, and cardiovascular health, gaining a deeper understanding of how emotions can influence the functioning of the heart and circulatory system. Through accessible medical explanations, practical examples, and interactive participation opportunities, the session addressed the physical and emotional effects of fear, as well as the importance of recognizing warning signs and adopting self-care practices.
The session brought together 67 participants from 9 countries, strengthening access to specialized education and promoting overall well-being through knowledge, prevention, and a better understanding of the connection between emotional and physical health.
About the Facilitator
Dr. Luis Carlos Barrios González is a cardiologist with a Master’s Degree in Advances in Cardiology, dedicated to comprehensive cardiovascular care through a scientific and compassionate approach.
He is recognized for his approachable manner, his ability to communicate medical concepts clearly and accessibly, and his commitment to educating people about the relationship between emotions and cardiovascular health.
During this talk, he shared practical knowledge about how fear and stress can affect the heart, providing tools to recognize warning signs, understand their impact on the body, and promote healthy self-care habits and overall well-being.
Topics Covered
❤️ What is fear, and how does our body respond to it?
🧠 The connection between fear, stress, and cardiovascular health.
🫀 The heart and circulatory system: functions and responses to stressful situations.
⚠️ Physical symptoms associated with anxiety and fear.
💓 Heart palpitations, shortness of breath, and other warning signs.
👨⚕️ When to consult a healthcare professional.
🌱 Strategies to protect cardiovascular health and reduce the impact of stress.
💙 The importance of emotional well-being for physical health.
Impact of the Talk
🌎 9 countries represented
👥 67 participants
❤️ Education on the relationship between fear, stress, and cardiovascular health.
🎓 Talk presented by a guest cardiologist.
💻 International event held virtually via Zoom.
🤝 An interactive space for learning, reflection, and participation.
🦋 Free access as part of Wings of Freedom International’s commitment to education, prevention, and the well-being of the communities it serves around the world.
Event Gallery
Privacy and Image Consent
Note: The images featured on this page include educational materials presented during the conference, as well as authorized screenshots from the virtual session. To protect the privacy of participants, we do not publish images that identify attendees without their explicit consent.
Upcoming Workshops
Past Workshops
Facing Violence and Building My Dreams.
Facing Violence and Building My Dreams
July – September 2024 | Virtual (Zoom)
Over the course of seven consecutive weeks, Wings of Freedom International conducted the virtual workshop “Facing Violence and Building My Dreams,” a free program designed to support women survivors in their recovery journey, personal empowerment, and the development of a life plan free from violence.
Held every Saturday via Zoom, this safe and confidential space brought together 10 survivors from 7 countries: Houston, Texas (USA), Belgium, Spain, Colombia, Costa Rica, Switzerland, and the Netherlands.
Throughout the program, participants explored essential topics aimed at understanding and overcoming the impact of violence, including:
- Gender identity, stereotypes, and power dynamics
- Gender-based violence and its various forms
- The cycle of violence and learned helplessness
- Characteristics of abusive relationships
- The emotional impact of violence and the grieving process
- Self-esteem and assertive communication
- Stress, anxiety, and self-care
- Violence prevention and safety measures
- Decision-making and building a life project
In addition to gaining knowledge and practical tools, participants had the opportunity to share experiences, strengthen their resilience, and develop strategies to move toward a safer, more independent, and fulfilling life.
Program Impact
🌍 6 countries represented
👥 10 survivors participated in the program
📅 7 weeks of educational and personal development training
💻 Virtual workshop delivered via Zoom
🎓 Certificates of participation awarded to all participants
🦋 100% program completion rate
👩⚕️ Facilitated by a professional social worker specializing in support for survivors of violence
Recognizing the Signs of the Cycle of Violence
Recognizing the Signs of the Cycle of Violence
February 2026 | Virtual Workshop
Wings of Freedom International conducted the virtual workshop “Recognizing the Signs of the Cycle of Violence,” an educational session designed to help women who are victims and survivors of gender-based violence identify patterns of abuse, understand the dynamics of the cycle of violence, and strengthen their ability to make informed decisions about their safety and well-being.
Facilitated by a social worker, the workshop provided a safe space for learning, reflection, and support where participants gained practical knowledge about the warning signs of abusive relationships and the resources available for seeking help.
The session brought together 12 participants from Colombia, Costa Rica, Spain, Belgium, and Houston, Texas, who joined virtually in a confidential and respectful environment.
Topics Covered
- Identifying the signs of violence
- Understanding the cycle of violence
- Healthy relationships and abusive relationships
- Risk factors and warning signs
- Personal safety
- Available support resources
- Empowerment and decision-making
Confidentiality Note
To protect the privacy and safety of participants, no photographs were taken or shared during the session.
Workshop Impact
🌍 Participants from 5 international locations
👥 12 participants
💻 Virtual workshop delivered online
👩⚕️ Facilitated by a professional social worker
🔒 Safe and confidential learning environment
📚 Education on the cycle of violence, warning signs, and abusive relationships
Topics Covered
- Trauma Recovery
- Mental Health
- Domestic Violence
- Healthy Relationships
- Personal Safety
- Economic Empowerment