Join us for our monthly Labor of Love Work Party.

9am-12pm Farm Work

12pm-1pm Potluck & Play

1pm-3pm Acupuncture with Kidada & Mona (sliding scale)

Kidada is an Acupuncturist, gardener and reiki practitioner. Her Acupuncture background is rooted in Five Element theory that branches out to include different styles and the use of herbal medicine. She takes an integrated approach to wellness and views healing as a journey, not just a destination. Over the past thirteen years in practice, she has empowered and enlightened people to take an active role on their healing path.  Her credentials:  BS in Biology (1998), Health Coach Certificate (2004), Masters in Acupuncture (2010),  2nd level Reiki attunement (2013).

Mona is founder of Body Politic Acupuncture, an affordable clinic in Downtown Brooklyn. She studied acupuncture, herbal medicine and manual techniques at Pacific College of Health and Science, where she completed a Doctorate in Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine (DACM). She received training in acupuncture and manual techniques for labor and delivery at her alma mater and at NYU Lutheran Medical Center, where she treated laboring women and individuals recovering from stroke.She studies ortho-bionomy, a gentle postural realignment technique, with the Society of Ortho-bionomy. In addition to her clinical training in perinatal health, Mona has also received clinical training in pediatric care, weight management and HIV/AIDS. Mona entered healthcare after a long career as a community organizer and popular educator. She believes that quality, affordable healthcare can empower communities.