The JoyCore Project
The JoyCore Project
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Joy is a revolutionary act. We reclaim it, we make it accessible, and we center it where it’s been denied. Joy to the People!
Our Mission
At The JoyCore Project, we are unapologetically radical in our belief that joy is a human right—especially for those who have been systemically oppressed. We exist to dismantle the barriers that prevent marginalized people from accessing joy and to facilitate joy recovery through community-driven, healing-centered practices. Our mission is not just to help people feel good but to help them recover, resist, and reclaim their inherent right to joy, rooted in justice, collective well-being, and transformative healing.
Our Values
We envision a world where joy is accessible to all, particularly those impacted by systems of oppression, colonialism, and exploitation. A world where the very systems that have denied joy—through violence, exclusion, and neglect—are replaced by systems that foster abundance, care, and freedom for all people. Through our work, we aim to nurture a collective experience of joy that connects us to ourselves, our communities, and the world around us. By infusing justice frameworks into every facet of our work, we create space for healing and joy that is not only personal but also radical and transformative.
Current Programs and Initiatives
The JoyCore Project is partnered with and fiscally sponsored by Mighty Community Advocacy, a collaboration that allows us to amplify our efforts and expand the reach of our programs. We started our journey by launching our first program, the Perinatal Health Cohort, which was sponsored by The Biz Stoop. This cohort focused on supporting young BIPOC parents, offering a blend of education, creative expression, and emotional support during the perinatal period. Through this program, we empowered parents to recover joy during the transformative and often challenging time: becoming parents.
Since then, we’ve gone on to write grants and design new programs in collaboration with Mighty Community Advocacy, focusing on creating healing and joy-centered spaces for marginalized communities.
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Empowering young BIPOC parents by providing support, education, and a creative space to reconnect with joy and confidence during their parenting journey.
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